Procurement & Costing Specialist

Weskus Personeel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to manage the procurement cycle, maintain supplier relationships, and oversee stock control. The ideal candidate has a Degree in Procurement or Finance, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and is proficient in Microsoft Excel. This full-time role requires strong analytical skills and knowledge of South African procurement compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement costing or inventory management.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes and landed costing.
• Knowledge of South African procurement compliance (CPA, NCA, B-BBEE, SANS) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement cycle, sourcing, negotiating, and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Prepare and maintain accurate landed costings for local and imported goods.
• Oversee stock control, ensuring accurate records and timely replenishment.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Procurement

SAP

Contract Management

Supplier Management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP / inventory systems

Job description

Job Description

Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for numbers precision and supply chain excellence Join a dynamic fast-paced team where your expertise in procurement costing and inventory management will make a real impact!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full procurement cycle sourcing negotiating and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Prepare and maintain accurate landed costings for local and imported goods.
• Monitor pricing trends exchange rates and cost variances to support budgeting.
• Oversee stock control ensuring accurate records correct stock levels and timely replenishment.
• Conduct regular stock takes investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Generate reports on procurement savings stock turnover and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with operations finance and sales teams to ensure seamless supply chain flow.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Procurement Supply Chain Management or Finance.
• Minimum 35 years of experience in procurement costing or inventory management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP / inventory systems.
• Strong understanding of import / export processes and landed costing.
• Excellent communication negotiation and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of South African procurement compliance (CPA NCA B-BBEE SANS) is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Proactive reliable and deadline-driven.

Required Experience: IC

Key Skills

• Purchasing
• Sourcing
• Procurement
• Employee Evaluation
• HR Sourcing
• SAP
• Supply Chain Experience
• Federal Aviation Regulations
• Contract Management
• Supplier Management
• negotiation
• Contracts

Employment Type

Full-Time

Department / Functional Area: Manufacturing

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1