Procurement Controller

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa, is seeking a meticulous Procurement Controller to join our finance and procurement team in a hybrid role. You will oversee procurement processes, audit spend, ensure compliance, and drive cost control from a financial perspective.

You will collaborate with procurement and finance to analyze spend, manage supplier contracts, prepare regular reports, and implement internal controls to safeguard financial integrity across all procurement activities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in procurement control, financial analysis, or auditing within procurement.
• Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting and cost management.
• Analytical mind with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Experience with ERP software and advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze company expenditure to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and legislation in procurement.
• Review and validate supplier contracts, pricing, and invoices for accuracy.
• Develop and implement internal controls for procurement-related financial transactions.
• Collaborate with procurement to support strategic sourcing and supplier performance.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement spend, savings, and compliance.

Skills

Procurement controls

Financial analysis

Auditing

Budgeting

ERP & Excel

Education

Finance/Accounting/SCM degree

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and analytical Procurement Controller to join their finance and procurement department in Benoni . This hybrid role will focus on overseeing and auditing procurement processes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and driving cost control measures. You will work closely with both the procurement and finance teams to analyze spend, identify efficiencies, and manage supplier contracts from a financial perspective. This position is crucial for maintaining financial integrity and optimizing the value derived from all procurement activities. It requires a blend of financial acumen and procurement understanding within a hybrid work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze company expenditure on goods and services, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all financial policies, procedures, and relevant legislation within the procurement function.
• Review and validate supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and invoices for accuracy and adherence to terms.
• Develop and implement robust internal controls for all procurement-related financial transactions.
• Collaborate with the procurement team to support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier performance management.
• Prepare regular financial reports on procurement spend, savings achieved, and compliance status.

Requirements

• Proven experience (4+ years) in a procurement control, financial analysis, or auditing role, preferably within procurement.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost management.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems, as well as advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and contract management.
• A relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• A collaborative environment where financial oversight and procurement strategy intersect.