Strategic Procurement Manager: Stock, Suppliers & Profit

Staff Focus; Gauteng; Vor Ort; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Staff Focus is seeking a Procurement Manager to take full ownership of the procurement department in Gauteng. The role requires a proactive, hands-on leader who can monitor activity, resolve issues, and optimize supplier performance.

The successful candidate will manage stock control, purchasing planning, and negotiating terms to protect margins while driving efficiencies. Strong analytical skills and ERP/Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Diploma or Degree in Procurement or related field advantageous.
• 5–7 years in procurement, 2–3 years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Proven experience managing procurement function, team and supplier relations.
• Strong stock control, inventory management and procurement planning.
• Ability to negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery terms.
• Understanding of cost control, budgeting and gross margins.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and ERP procurement/inventory systems.

Aufgaben

• Own and drive the procurement function, ensuring stock availability.
• Ensure accurate purchasing, correct order placement and supplier performance.
• Negotiate competitive prices and favorable terms with suppliers.
• Maintain disciplined stock control, planning and budget adherence.
• Monitor delivery timelines and minimize procurement errors.
• Lead a procurement team with accountability for results.

Kenntnisse

Stock control

Procurement planning

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Analytical thinking

Numerical skills

MS Excel

ERP systems

Ausbildung

Diploma or Degree in Procurement

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

Staff Focus is seeking a Procurement Manager to take full ownership of the procurement department in Gauteng. The role requires a proactive, hands-on leader who can monitor activity, resolve issues, and optimize supplier performance.

The successful candidate will manage stock control, purchasing planning, and negotiating terms to protect margins while driving efficiencies. Strong analytical skills and ERP/Excel proficiency are essential.