Procurement Manager

The Legends Agency; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Head of Group Procurement to oversee global operations in South Africa, the UK, and Europe. This role requires a strategic individual to manage supplier relationships and drive cost-effective procurement strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior procurement role, preferably in FMCG/manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing international procurement operations.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage global procurement strategy and operations across multiple regions.
• Ensure procurement of dry goods at the best value and maintain supplier relationships.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and align procurement efforts with business objectives.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Relationship Management

Supplier Negotiation

Procurement Management

Global Sourcing

Education

Matric + Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Procurement/Supply Chain

CIPS certification

Financial background (CIMA/CA)

Tools

Advanced Excel

MS Office

SAGE

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced Head of Group Procurement to lead and manage their global procurement strategy and operations across South Africa, the UK, and Europe.

You'll be responsible for ensuring the procurement of dry goods and materials at the best value, maintaining supplier relationships, driving cost-saving initiatives, and aligning procurement efforts with their business objectives.

Requirements

• Education & Qualifications
• Matric + Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Procurement/Supply Chain
• CIPS certification - advantageous
• Financial background (CIMA/CA) - highly beneficial

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior procurement role, preferably in FMCG/manufacturing
• Proven experience managing international procurement operations
• Advanced Excel & MS Office skills; experience with SAGE and ERP systems
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Requirements

• Education & Qualifications
• Matric + Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Procurement/Supply Chain
• CIPS certification - advantageous
• Financial background (CIMA/CA) - highly beneficial

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior procurement role, preferably in FMCG/manufacturing
• Proven experience managing international procurement operations
• Advanced Excel & MS Office skills; experience with SAGE and ERP systems
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Desired Skills:

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Supplier Negotiation
• Procurement management
• Global Sourcing

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years Food & Beverage Manufacturing
• 5 to 10 years Purchasing & Procurement