Procurement Manager

Sun Chemical; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical solutions provider in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the efficient flow of materials. The role involves managing inventory, leading a small team, and utilizing ERP systems for data analysis. Ideal candidates will have experience in supply chain within manufacturing and a strong understanding of procurement practices. Join us to drive innovative solutions and enhance operational processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain and/or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
• Industry knowledge of chemical manufacturing is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of MRP processes and inventory management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Drive accurate forecasting by managing and interpreting data.
• Lead and deliver projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage and motivate a small team to deliver projects on time.

Skills

Data analysis

Inventory management

Interpersonal skills

ERP system proficiency

Supply chain knowledge

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

About The Organization

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Join us as our Procurement Manager in Durban, where you’ll drive the efficient flow of materials that keeps our business moving.

In this role, you’ll take ownership of creating smart demand plans, keeping SSL targets on track, and adapting quickly to changes in customer needs. You’ll collaborate closely with our commercial, sales, and technical teams to make sure supply always meets demand. With responsibility for inventory control and stock management, you’ll play a vital role in building efficiency, accuracy, and reliability across our operations.

About the role:

• Drive accurate forecasting by managing and interpreting data, aligning demand and supply to support business needs.
• Lead and deliver projects that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and introduce innovative concepts that add value.
• Manage and motivate a small team, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Demonstrate excellent skills in SAP or ERP and other IT systems, using them effectively to support decision-making.
• Ensure records and data are maintained to the highest standards, with accuracy and timeliness at the core.
• Own and lead procurement initiatives to optimize inventory levels, achieving Day-on-Hand Inventory targets.
• Continuously review and enhance systems and processes, recommending and implementing improvements that drive operational excellence.
  
  
  

Your skills and experience:

• Proven experience in supply chain and/or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
• Industry knowledge of chemical manufacturing is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with local and international suppliers, service providers, and logistics processes.
• Strong understanding of MRP processes and inventory management best practices.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, able to collaborate across teams and regions.
• Skilled in data analysis and reporting, with advanced Excel capability.
• Demonstrable experience with SAP or a similar ERP system
• Tech-savvy, comfortable using IT systems to extract, interpret, and present data.
  
  
  

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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