PROCUREMENT OFFICER – BOARD INDUSTRY

Tailormade Solution; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailormade Solution is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer with board industry expertise for their team in Jacobs, Durban. The role focuses on sourcing boards and related products, handling orders, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years in procurement, a relevant qualification, and strong negotiation and organizational skills. Immediate availability is preferred, with a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Board industry experience is essential.
• Qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase boards, raw materials, and related products.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and favourable supplier terms.
• Process purchase orders and follow up on deliveries.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure materials are available when required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure cost-effective procurement and timely delivery of goods.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Stock control

Inventory management

Supplier sourcing

Procurement experience

Education

Procurement / SCM / Purchasing qualification

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Procurement Officer with board industry experience to join our team in Jacobs, Durban.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3-5 years of relevant procurement experience.

• Previous experience in the board industry is essential.

• Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or a related field.

• Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.

• Experience in supplier sourcing, purchasing, stock control, and inventory management.

• Ability to manage orders, monitor deliveries, and maintain good supplier relationships.

• Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work under pressure.

• Must be available to start immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and purchase boards, raw materials, and related products.

• Negotiate competitive pricing and favourable supplier terms.

• Process purchase orders and follow up on deliveries.

• Monitor stock levels and ensure materials are available when required.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.

• Ensure cost-effective procurement and timely delivery of goods.