Procurement manager - Retail, Woodstock, Cape Town

Paqueta Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known retailer in Woodstock, Cape Town, is seeking an experienced procurement manager to oversee procurement operations, manage departmental activities on Pastel, and lead special projects. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication, negotiation skills, and relevant experience to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of procurement or management experience.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Pastel.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Procurement department.
• Oversee procurement of Office Furniture and staff uniforms.
• Conduct monthly stock takes and prepare management reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Prioritization

Team player

Problem-solving

Negotiating abilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Pastel

Excel

Job description

My client, a leading and well-known retailer based in Woodstock, Cape Town, requires a competent and experienced procurement manager to join their team.

The role reports to the Finance Administration Manager.

Core responsibilities

1. Manage the day-to-day operations of the Procurement department.
2. Oversee procurement of Office Furniture at Head Office, Divisional Offices, and Branches.
3. Manage procurement of staff uniforms & stationery at Head Office and Branches.
4. Conduct monthly sectional stock takes, including the annual stock take.
5. Review business processes & systems to achieve efficiencies, controls, and cost savings.
6. Process orders, GRVs, invoices, credit notes, and Journals on Pastel.
7. Handle departmental month-end procedures & activities on Pastel.
8. Manage special projects and resolve supplier issues and conflicts.
9. Oversee staff issues and coordinate with internal departments.
10. Prepare monthly statements for all chains.
11. Manage statement requirements for Marketing & Customer Management systems.
12. Review data for statements.
13. Generate management reports for finance, statements, and logistics.

Core Skills

• Effective communication with financial and non-financial audiences, including Senior Management & Suppliers.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Friendly, approachable, flexible team player.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good numerical skills and strong negotiating abilities.

Qualifications and experience

• Preferably a tertiary qualification such as a Bachelor's Degree, Diploma, or similar.
• Experience in Project Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Pastel.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• 5-10 years of procurement or management experience, with a proven track record as a Procurement Manager.

Additional requirements

• SA Citizens only.
• Must be criminal and credit clear.
• Must reside in the Greater Cape Town area.