Senior Procurement Buyer (2-Month Contract)

Geotech; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 670,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Geotech is seeking a Senior Procurement Buyer on a 2-month contract in Gauteng to lead end-to-end procurement, drive cost savings and optimize supplier performance. The role reports to the Group Procurement Manager and requires a hands-on individual who can deliver savings and ensure efficiency.

Reporting to the Group Procurement Manager, you will oversee stores, inventory and MRP processes, negotiate contracts, and mentor procurement staff to ensure efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in procurement, supply chain, or a related field.
• 8+ years of procurement and stores management experience.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and cost management experience.
• Experience in industrial and manufacturing environments preferred.
• Engineering background or qualifications are a big plus.
• Automotive industry experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; Fraxion and ACCPAC are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities in the region.
• Negotiate pricing, rates, and contracts to achieve savings targets.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships and monitor SLA performance.
• Oversee stores operations, stock control, and inventory accuracy.
• Manage daily MRP activities to ensure optimal stock levels and timely replenishment.
• Provide guidance and support to procurement and stores personnel.
• Drive national procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing and cost reduction programs.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost optimization

MRP/ERP systems knowledge

Leadership

Education

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

Tools

Fraxion

ACCPAC

Job description

Senior Procurement Buyer (2-Month Contract)

Job Purpose

Our client is seeking 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications & Experience

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