Procurement Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading energy sector company in Bellville is seeking a proactive Procurement Specialist. The role involves managing procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery of orders, and working closely with project engineers. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 2-3 years of experience. Key skills include attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience in a Procurement environment.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong adaptability to grasp and interpret technical processes.

Responsibilities

• Request quotes from suppliers and manage logistics requirements.
• Ensure deliveries are on schedule and maintain communication with project engineers.
• Compile site safety files and procure necessary PPE for on-site work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Planning abilities

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree/National Diploma in Commerce, Supply Chain/Logistics/Business Management

Job description

Overview

Procurement Specialist Our client in the energy industry, based in Bellville, is seeking a proactive Procurement Specialist to join their team. In this role you’ll work closely with project engineers across multiple projects, taking full responsibility for all procurement activities. From sourcing and negotiating with suppliers to managing purchase orders, logistics, and budget approvals, you’ll play a key part in ensuring smooth delivery and operational efficiency. This opportunity is ideal for someone meticulous, adaptable, and eager to contribute to the success of fast‑moving engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Activities: Requesting quotes from multiple suppliers; Ensuring that the quotations correspond with the bill of quantity (BOQ); Create and update purchase orders (PO’s) & ETAs on the BOQ and delivery schedule; Placing orders with suppliers; Updating budget overspend and required approvals; Verify budget allocations are in line with quotes; All logistic requirements for projects; Orders delivered to site within given ETA’s; Requesting delivery notes from site; Following up on back-order items; Ensure consistent & clear communication with the project engineers and sub-contractors; Receive deliveries / orders from suppliers and allocate them to various project engineers; Request volumetric dimensions from suppliers as well as quotes from couriers ensuring they are packed and ready for collection; Ensure remaining stock is returned to the warehouses and accurately completed requisitions

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Compile site safety files for projects & procure required PPE required on site
• Booking medicals, working at heights & OHS training and ensuring they are renewed timeously

Administrative Support

• Assisting the PMs with all procurement and logistics related queries
• Complete monthly timesheets for the PM’s & installers
• Assisting finance with queries related to PO’s and credit notes
• Work closely with warehouse managers & assisting them with requisitions

Requirements

• Completed Degree/National Diploma in Commerce, Supply Chain/Logistics/ Business management or similar
• 2 - 3 years’ relevant work experience in Procurement environment
• Ability to cope well under pressure and to meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Adaptable and able to grasp and interpret technical processes and procedures efficiently
• Excellent planning abilities
• Meticulous with strong attention to detail and accuracy in the execution of duties and to see all tasks through to the end
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment and willing to put in extra effort and time when the team is under pressure
• Excellent time management skills and able to prioritize task effectively and efficiently
• Strong communication skills, both verbal & written