Procurement Operations Associate

Hungry Lion Fast Foods (Pty) Ltd; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast food company in Stellenbosch is seeking an Assistant to the Procurement Manager. This key role provides operational support to streamline procurement processes, manage supplier communications, and maintain accurate records. The ideal candidate has a diploma or degree related to procurement/supply chain, along with 1-3 years of relevant experience. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement or administrative support roles.
• Familiarity with procurement or ERP systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Procurement Manager with day-to-day purchasing activities.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders based on approved requests.
• Monitor order status, delivery schedules, and follow up with suppliers.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding orders and pricing.
• Update procurement databases and prepare regular reports.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel skills

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, Syspro)

Job description

A leading fast food company in Stellenbosch is seeking an Assistant to the Procurement Manager. This key role provides operational support to streamline procurement processes, manage supplier communications, and maintain accurate records. The ideal candidate has a diploma or degree related to procurement/supply chain, along with 1-3 years of relevant experience. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel are essential for success in this dynamic environment.