Procurement Manager - Coricraft - Epping Factory

The Foschini Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking an experienced professional to manage procurement and warehouse operations in South Africa. This role involves overseeing the supply chain, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with best practices in inventory control. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5-8 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, particularly in manufacturing environments. Strong negotiation and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years' experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Experience managing procurement and warehouse functions.
• Knowledge of furniture production materials and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and raw materials warehouse.
• Lead team and oversee cost & performance management.
• Ensure compliance and sustainability in operations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Supplier management skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Procurement Management.
• Raw Materials Warehouse Management.
• Team Leadership.
• Cost & Performance Management.
• Compliance & Sustainability.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years' experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally within the furniture manufacturing, woodworking or related manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience managing both procurements and warehouse functions.
• Knowledge of furniture production materials and manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse best practices.

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• High level of organizational skills inclusive of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for cost control and efficiency improvement.
• Competence in data-driven decision making and reporting.

Preference will be given to employees from designated groups in line with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act, No 55 of 1998 and any amendments hereto.

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