Procurement Officer

Biovac; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sterile vaccine manufacturer is seeking a dynamic Procurement Officer to join their proactive team in South Africa. The role requires strong experience in supply chain and procurement, with responsibilities including vendor monitoring, compliance with procurement procedures, and stakeholder engagement. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics is essential, along with at least two years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of SAP ERP systems and current procurement legislation.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in Supply Chain and Procurement.
• Knowledge of current legislation regarding procurement management.
• Experience in Enterprise and Supplier Development.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Maintain compliance with procurement procedures.
• Project a professional company image in interactions.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Procurement Processes

Program Management

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelors degree or diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to "protect life". We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous Procurement Officer to join a goal‑oriented team.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

• Bachelors degree or diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics or equivalent.
• Recognition is given to Prior Learning and practical experience.

Experience needed to deliver the role seamlessly:

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• At least 2 years experience in Supply Chain and Procurement
• Program and project management

Preferred:

• Knowledge of current legislation with regards to procurement management and processes in particular Supply Chain Management and Preferential Procurement Policies.
• Knowledge of Enterprise and Supplier Development under the B-BBEE code of good practice.
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical related legislation
• Experience in SAP ERP systems a pre‑requisite.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

Core Technical Delivery:

• Identify opportunities for reduction of a cost to add to total cost to company.
• Feedback from stakeholders in terms of service and delivery.
• Assist with Service Level Agreements as required.
• To complete Vendor Monitoring Reports (QA Outsource)
• To complete Vendor Certifications (QA Outsource)
• To update and maintain Info Records & Source Lists on SAP
• Vetting of New Vendor Applications
• Ensure minimum deviation from Approved Vendor List.
• Compliance to company procurement procedures and policies.
• To project a professional company image through phone interaction and email correspondence with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• To constantly seek out new revenue generating opportunities to ensure that company targets are met, by actively participating in cost saving exercises to improve margins on all goods and services.
• To attend to queries with customers and suppliers timeously and efficiently.
• To assist Procurement Team with B-BBEE compliance with all approved suppliers by ensuring that the latest certificates or affidavits are received
• To assist in the Procurement leg in B-BBEE strategy implementation/maintenance.

Application Deadline: 01 February 2026

If you do not receive a response from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please understand that your application was not successful.

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