Procurement Manager at Ntice Search

Ntice Sourcing Solutions; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of goods, materials, and services. The role entails cost optimization, supplier management, contract negotiations, and driving cost-saving initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in manufacturing or engineering along with experience in procurement, particularly in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proven purchasing/procurement experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong contract management and supplier development experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full buying process ensuring cost, quality, and timely delivery.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Analyze data to support procurement decisions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in manufacturing/engineering

CIPS membership

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

My client (manufacturing) is currently looking for a Procurement Manager to join their team in Gauteng.

You will be responsible for managing procurement of goods, materials, and services to ensure smooth operations. Focus on cost, quality, delivery, supplier management, contract negotiations, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

They're looking for a well-rounded procurement professional with both strategic and operational experience, ideally in manufacturing, who can optimize suppliers, drive cost savings, and strengthen procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

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  Manage the full buying process ensuring cost, quality, and timely delivery.
  
  
• Apply sourcing policies, manage supplier relationships and contracts.
  
  
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management.
  
  
• Monitor ERP system for order changes, schedule shifts, and updates.
  
  
• Analyze data to support procurement decisions.
  
  
• Drive cost reduction initiatives while balancing operational needs.
  
  
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and onboard new suppliers.
  
  
• Handle and resolve supplier disputes around pricing, quality, delivery, or invoicing.
  
  
• Provide reporting, updates, and briefings to leadership.
  
  

Key Skills & Competencies Required

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  Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
  
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  
  
• Financially and commercially savvy.
  
  
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  
  
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
  
• Excellent relationship builder (internal & external).
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• 
  Degree in manufacturing/engineering (preferred).
  
  
• CIPS membership (advantageous).
  
  
• Proven purchasing/procurement experience in manufacturing (preferred)
  
  
• Strong contract management and supplier development experience.
  
  
• ERP system experience (Syspro preferred but not essential).
  
  
• Project management exposure.
  
  
• Advanced MS Office skills.
  
  

Should you meet the required skills please respond to this advert

Desired Skills:

• manufacturing
• goods
• services