Procurement Officer - Technical Equipment

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary with performance‐in

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Procurement Officer with a focus on Technical Equipment to join our client’s Kimberley team. You will manage the entire procurement cycle for technical goods, from defining requirements with engineering teams to finalizing contracts and overseeing delivery.

The ideal candidate will hold a technical degree and 3-5 years of procurement experience, with strong negotiation skills and proficiency in procurement software and inventory systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, specifically with technical equipment or machinery.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications and market knowledge for specialized equipment.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience in contract management for technical purchases.
• Proficiency in procurement software and inventory management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in a technical context.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized technical equipment according to detailed specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to define requirements and evaluate vendor capabilities.
• Manage negotiations for pricing, warranties, and service agreements for technical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures.
• Track orders, coordinate logistics, and manage delivery of technical equipment.
• Maintain an updated database of suppliers and their offerings for technical items.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor evaluation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Procurement software

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Procurement Officer with a focus on Technical Equipment to join their team in Kimberley . This role requires a keen understanding of technical specifications and market dynamics for specialized equipment, ensuring the acquisition of high-quality items at competitive prices. You will manage the entire procurement cycle for technical goods, from defining requirements with engineering teams to finalizing contracts and overseeing delivery. This is a crucial position for someone with technical aptitude and procurement expertise to support the company's specialized operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure specialized technical equipment according to detailed specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to define requirements and evaluate vendor capabilities.
• Manage negotiations for pricing, warranties, and service agreements for technical equipment.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards, safety regulations, and quality control procedures.
• Track orders, coordinate logistics, and manage delivery of technical equipment.
• Maintain an updated database of suppliers and their offerings for technical items.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, specifically with technical equipment or machinery.
• Strong understanding of technical specifications and market knowledge for specialized equipment.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience in contract management for technical purchases.
• Proficiency in procurement software and inventory management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, particularly in a technical context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in technical procurement.
• A key role supporting critical operational needs in Kimberley .