Regional Procurement Manager - Gauteng

SA Metal Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Metal Group in Gauteng seeks a highly driven Senior Procurement Buyer to support procurement operations. Reporting to the Group Procurement Manager, you will lead end-to-end procurement, drive cost savings, monitor supplier performance and improve operations.

The role demands hands-on leadership, strong negotiation skills, and proven track record in industrial/manufacturing procurement, with experience in MRP/ERP systems. A Diploma or Degree in procurement or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in procurement, supply chain, or related field.
• Strong negotiation and cost management abilities.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities within the region, negotiate pricing, rates, and contracts.
• Achieve savings targets, conduct market analysis and benchmarking to improve efficiency.
• Build and strengthen supplier relationships; monitor SLA performance.
• Oversee stores operations including receiving, issuing and stock control.
• Manage daily MRP activities to ensure stock availability and timely replenishment.
• Conduct cycle counts and generate timely reports for management.
• Provide guidance to procurement and stores personnel under the National Procurement manager.
• Drive national procurement savings through strategic sourcing and cost-reduction programs.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost management

Analytical thinking

Procurement

Team supervision

MRP/ERP knowledge

Industrial experience

Education

Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

Fraxion

Accpac

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

SA Metal Group is proud of the high quality of people it has attracted.
Our employees are committed to our mission of providing the best
possible service to all our valued suppliers and customers, with
enthusiasm and integrity.

We believe that our people are our biggest asset. We aim to provide all staff members with all possible opportunities to realize their full potential within optimum working conditions. The process starts with selecting the right people for the job, after which we ensure continuous skills development, assisting the SA Metal Group to grow and develop.

We strive to conduct all our business with integrity, professionalism and a positive attitude.

Training, Empowerment & Development

SA Metal Group’s Human Capital Development Policy states:

“SA Metal Group values its people above all other assets and strives to develop all staff members to their full potential. To this end the Company provides excellent human capital development programmes and rewards staff members who strive to improve themselves and show commitment to the Mission of the Company.”

We offer many development programmes, including our Supervisory Development Programme, Artisan Development Programme and Adult Basic Education and Training Programme. We have on-site computer training facilities countrywide where these courses are held.

These programmes are aimed to develop, motivate and upskill our employees, providing them with an opportunity to progress to their full potential within SA Metal Group.

The Group currently has a vacancy for a highly driven and experienced Senior Procurement Buyer to support procurement operations in Gauteng. The role reports to the Group Procurement Manager and requires a hands‑on individual who can drive cost savings, supplier performance and operational efficiency.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Procurement Management – Oversee all procurement activities within the region, including end-to-end procurement processes. Negotiate pricing, rates, and contracts, achieve savings targets, conduct market analysis and benchmarking, and continuously improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
• Supplier Management – Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships. Source new suppliers to improve competitiveness, monitor SLA performance, and drive continuous improvement in supplier quality, cost and delivery.
• Stores & Inventory Management – oversee all store operations including receiving, issuing and stock control. Ensure high levels of inventory accuracy and system integrity. Manage and support stores personnel
• Order & MRP Management – Oversee purchase order processing and stock item management. Manage daily MRP activities to ensure optimal stock levels, ensure timely replenishment, resolve delays, and expedite outstanding orders.
• Cycle Counts & Reporting – Conduct and manage cycle counts, weekly and bi-weekly stock takes. Analyze, report, and communicate results to management, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across procurement and stores.
• Team Support & Compliance – Provide guidance and support to procurement and stores personnel under the guidance of the National Procurement manager.
• Savings & Cost Optimization – Responsible for achieving national procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, cost reduction programs, and continuous identification of value improvement opportunities across the business.

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 8+ years’ experience inprocurement and stores management.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous
• Strong negotiation and cost management experience.
• Experience inindustrial and manufacturing environmentsis preferred
• Engineering background or qualifications is a big plus
• Automotive industry experience is an advantage
• Proven track record of achievingcost savings and process improvements
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with Fraxion and Accpac is advantageous.

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Strong commercial and negotiation skills
• High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong planning, coordination, and organizational skills
• Assertiveness and decision-making capability

Skills

Accuracy Management Microsoft Office Negotiation Procurement Store Control