Purchasing Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Professional development

Career progression

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a results-driven Purchasing Manager for a hybrid role that balances on-site team leadership with strategic remote work. You will oversee procurement operations, drive strategic sourcing, and foster strong supplier partnerships to support the company's goals in Gauteng.

You will lead a procurement team, optimize purchasing processes, and manage contracts, risk, and supplier performance to ensure cost efficiency and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience as Purchasing Manager or senior procurement leader.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Ability to lead and motivate a procurement team.
• Proficiency with procurement software and ERP systems.
• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Business Admin, or related field.
• Excellent strategic thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the purchasing department, including team supervision and performance management.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies to achieve cost savings, improve quality, and ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements.
• Oversee the entire procurement cycle, from requisition to payment, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of purchasing activities with business goals.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement

Supplier mgmt

ERP systems

Contract neg

Strategic sourcing

Education

Bachelor in SCM

Tools

SAP

Oracle NetSuite

ERP software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations for their Benoni facility. This hybrid role demands a leader capable of managing a team, optimizing purchasing processes, and fostering strong supplier partnerships. You will be responsible for strategic sourcing, cost control, and ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services critical to the company's success in Gauteng . The role requires a blend of on-site presence for team collaboration and strategic planning, with the flexibility of remote work for specific tasks and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the purchasing department, including team supervision and performance management.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies to achieve cost savings, improve quality, and ensure timely delivery.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements.
• Oversee the entire procurement cycle, from requisition to payment, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of purchasing activities with business goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a Purchasing Manager role or significant leadership experience in procurement.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management, contract negotiation, and vendor management principles.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a procurement team.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance and flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment in Benoni .