Procurement Officer - Strategic Sourcing

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, is seeking a proactive Procurement Officer to join the strategic sourcing team on a hybrid basis. You will identify suppliers, support contract negotiations, and ensure cost-effective procurement across business units.

The ideal candidate will have 2–4 years in procurement, strong analytical skills, and experience with tender processes. Join a diversified conglomerate and contribute to procurement excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of procurement, purchasing, or related sourcing experience.
• Good understanding of procurement principles, sourcing methodologies, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in the Eastern Cape market is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and market trends.
• Support the negotiation process for contracts and service level agreements.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and evaluation of bids.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor their performance against agreed-upon metrics.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, databases, and contract documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
• Process purchase requisitions and ensure timely placement of orders.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within procurement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Research skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a diversified conglomerate with interests in various sectors, is seeking a proactive Procurement Officer to join their strategic sourcing team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, ZA. This role is integral to identifying, evaluating, and securing optimal sourcing solutions across different business units. You will be responsible for conducting market research, supporting negotiations, and ensuring the procurement of goods and services meets quality and cost targets. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong analytical skills, and is keen to contribute to the company's procurement excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your procurement career within a dynamic organization in Port Elizabeth, operating under a hybrid model.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and market trends.
• Support the negotiation process for contracts and service level agreements.
• Assist in the preparation of tender documents and evaluation of bids.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor their performance against agreed-upon metrics.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, databases, and contract documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
• Process purchase requisitions and ensure timely placement of orders.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within procurement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related sourcing role.
• Good understanding of procurement principles, sourcing methodologies, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in the Eastern Cape market is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Employees benefit from a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• The hybrid work arrangement promotes a healthy work-life balance.