PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Sea Harvest; Saldanha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Harvest, a proudly South African integrated fishing and food processing company, invites applications for a Procurement Officer based in Saldanha. The role supports the Maintenance Department through sourcing, purchasing and supplier management to ensure cost-effective, compliant procurement.

Reporting to the Group Procurement Manager: SA Fishing, you will manage supplier evaluations, negotiate terms, monitor market prices, and drive BBBEE-compliant procurement while maintaining robust

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Purchasing Management with relevant experience.
• Experience with international procurement terms and supplier evaluation.
• Technical qualification is advantageous and helpful for role responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Convert orders in line with purchasing procedures and maintain accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve supplier queries promptly to avoid delays.
• Negotiate discounts and settlements to improve value.
• Maintain supplier relationships to obtain best service and terms.
• Prepare monthly procurement reports and ensure policy compliance.
• Assist in market evaluations and keep updated on prices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Negotiation skills

Problem solving

Planning and organisation

MS Office proficiency

Excel proficiency

Unsupervised work

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Purchasing Management

Exposure to international procurement terms

Technical qualification advantageous

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

ERP system experience

Job description

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Sea Harvest is a proudly South African integrated fishing and food processing company, delivering quality seafood and food products to local and international markets. We are committed to sustainability, innovation and the development of our people.

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified and experienced Procurement Officer to join our team.

DEPARTMENT PROCUREMENT

SITE / LOCATION SALDANHA

REPORTING TO GROUP PROCUREMENT MANAGER: SA FISHING

EMPLOYMENT TYPE PERMANENT

CLOSING DATE 15 OCTOBER 2026

ROLE OVERVIEW:

To buy goods and services in support of the operational activities of the Maintenance Department

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Converting of orders in compliance with purchasing procedures
• Investigate and action account queries promptly
• Investigate supplier problems, solving of queries and take appropriate action and follow up to ensure no similar problems are experienced
• Maintain good interpersonal relations with supplier, thus gaining the best possible service from them
• Follow-up on outstanding orders-system maintenance
• Follow up on orders received but not invoiced- system maintenance
• Select and source from suppliers in line with preferential procurement targets
• Evaluate and select potential suppliers to improve the BBBEE score
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures applicable on Procurement
• Be fully conversant with current market prices of all items required
• Be able to do market evaluation
• Negotiate discounts and settlement discounts
• Continuedly review commodities and suppliers to ensure that the best possible agreements are in operation and savings reported
• Reporting on procedure compliance and non-compliance as well as supplier engagement i.t.o service and savings
• Adhere to Procurement Procedures and Policy documents
• Draw up and submission of monthly reports

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma/Degree in Purchasing Management
• Exposure to international procurement terms and conditions
• Technical qualification will be advantageous
• At least 5 years experience in buyer capacity in related industry
• Strong knowledge of applicable commercial legislation
• Strong technical understanding and Supplier evaluation experience

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent analytic abilities
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Strong problem-solving and administrative skills
• Strong conflict management skills and good decision-making skills
• Good planning and organisational skills
• Computer literacy – MS Office(within a high proficiency in MS Excel)
• Able to work unsupervised and show initiative in understanding the decision-making process
• Able to deal with all levels of management and suppliers
• Able to manage conflict and competing demands
• Able to compile reports and presentations

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.