Strategic MRO Procurement Lead, Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Profit-sharing

Executive medical coverage

Retirement plan

Global career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager for MRO procurement in Sandton, Gauteng. You will lead a procurement team, develop strategic sourcing for MRO items, and negotiate contracts to ensure cost efficiency and supply continuity.

Ideal candidates have a strong track record in indirect materials procurement, ERP proficiency, and superb leadership and negotiation skills to optimize our client’s MRO supply chain and drive value across maintenance and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 6 years in procurement with MRO/indirect materials.
• Experience leading a procurement team.
• Proven track record negotiating large MRO contracts.
• Strong inventory management and cost-saving focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the MRO procurement team.
• Develop strategic sourcing for MRO categories (spare parts, consumables, tools, safety equipment).
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to achieve cost savings.
• Maintain strong relationships with key MRO vendors for reliable supply.
• Oversee inventory management for MRO items and optimize stock levels.
• Enforce procurement policies and procedures for MRO procurement.
• Analyze spend data to identify trends and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and operations to meet needs.
• Monitor MRO market dynamics and supplier performance.
• Drive continuous improvement in the MRO procurement function.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MRO software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager for MRO procurement in Sandton, Gauteng. You will lead a procurement team, develop strategic sourcing for MRO items, and negotiate contracts to ensure cost efficiency and supply continuity.

Ideal candidates have a strong track record in indirect materials procurement, ERP proficiency, and superb leadership and negotiation skills to optimize our client’s MRO supply chain and drive value across maintenance and operations.