Procurement Officer

Placement Point; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established South African company is seeking a Procurement Officer based in Germiston. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation and communication skills, and familiarity with procurement software. Responsibilities include sourcing suppliers and conducting market research to ensure optimal procurement options are secured. This role is vital for managing and enhancing the supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing procurement.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, vendors, or contractors.
• Conduct market research to find the best sourcing options.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Project management skills

Multilingual proficiency

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

Procurement software

E-procurement systems

Job description

Overview

A Well established company based in Germiston, requires a Procurement Officer.

Duties

DUTIES: Sourcing Suppliers: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, vendors, or contractors, including conducting market research to find the best options in terms of ...

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• 5- 10 years experience in a similar role
• Does not need to come from a specific industry
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Knowledge of procurement software and tools
• Familiarity with supply chain processes and best practices
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing procurement
• Experience with e-procurement systems and software
• Strong project management skills
• Multilingual proficiency for dealing with international suppliers