Procurement and Planning Manager

MC Technology Staffing; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology staffing firm in South Africa is seeking a Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to develop and implement procurement strategies and negotiate with suppliers. The candidate should have a strong background in supply chain management, at least 5 years of experience, and the ability to lead teams in a manufacturing environment. This role offers opportunities for continuous improvement and relationship building with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, or planning.
• At least 4 years in a management role.
• Strong background in material and demand planning, sourcing, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and departmental policies.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost-effective pricing.
• Collaborate with sales, production, design, and purchasing teams to align forecasts and production schedules.

Skills

Material and demand planning

Supplier management

Forecasting

Cost-saving initiatives

Compliance with regulations

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Project Management

5+ years experience in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, or planning

4+ years in management role

Tools

ERP systems (Pastel, Omni Accounts)

Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Procurement & Supply Chain Management

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and departmental policies.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost-effective pricing, high quality, and timely delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date and compliant supplier contracts and agreements.
• Conduct risk management on procurement activities and supplier performance.
• Oversee customs, freight forwarding, and import / export logistics.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Identify and drive cost-saving initiatives across the supply chain.

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Collaborate with sales, production, design, and purchasing teams to align forecasts and production schedules.
• Maintain and update the master production schedule based on demand and material availability.
• Analyze sales orders against inventory and adjust plans accordingly.
• Plan replenishment and ensure adequate stock for high-demand items.
• Integrate sales orders with production plans to meet customer delivery deadlines.

Inventory & Materials Management

• Monitor and report on inventory levels, stock accuracy, and wastage.
• Coordinate stock counts and ensure accuracy of physical inventory.
• Implement effective material planning and sourcing processes.
• Report on inventory movement and material requirements during production meetings.

Stakeholder & Customer Management

• Act as liaison between procurement, sales, and production departments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with customs and bond store regulations.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Lead departmental KPIs and performance analysis.
• Develop and present supply chain and forecasting reports.
• Drive continuous improvement within procurement and planning functions.
• Identify training needs and ensure development of team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Project Management.
• Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, or planning.
• At least 4 years in a management role.
• Strong background in material and demand planning, sourcing, and supplier management.
• Knowledge of customs, import / export, and freight forwarding.
• Advanced MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with ERP systems (Pastel, Omni Accounts, or similar).
• Sound understanding of ISO 9001 and Health & Safety compliance requirements.