Strategic Raw Materials Procurement Specialist (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a knowledgeable Procurement Specialist focused on raw materials to strengthen the supply chain. You will source materials, negotiate terms, and collaborate with production to meet quality and cost targets.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and experience with ERP and procurement software to optimize material flow and supplier performance in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM, Chemistry, or Materials Science.
• Experience in raw material procurement.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of quality control standards for raw materials.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure raw materials per specifications.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships and assess performance.
• Monitor market trends, pricing and availability.
• Collaborate with production and R&D to forecast needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

ERP software

Procurement software

Supply chain optimization

Education

Bachelors in SCM

Chemistry or Materials Science

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 in Upington seeks a knowledgeable Procurement Specialist focused on raw materials to strengthen the supply chain. You will source materials, negotiate terms, and collaborate with production to meet quality and cost targets.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical skills, and experience with ERP and procurement software to optimize material flow and supplier performance in a manufacturing environment.