Procurement Manager – Packaging

Professional Career Services; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent packaging company based in Durban is looking for a skilled Procurement/Sourcing Manager. This role involves leading sourcing and supplier relations, managing purchasing operations, and optimizing inbound logistics. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, at least 3 years of sourcing experience, and proficiency in SAP. Benefits include medical aid and a provident fund, making this a great opportunity for a career-focused individual.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing and logistics management.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and customs processes.
• Packaging background will be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, supplier relations, purchasing operations, and inbound logistics activities.
• Research and identify potential suppliers locally and internationally.
• Negotiate prices and terms for materials/services.
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions.

Skills

Sourcing management

Logistics management

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

SAP proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or Equivalent

Matriculation

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Employer Description

Our client is a Packaging company

Job Description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to join them in the capacity of a Procurement/Sourcing Manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for the following:

• Lead sourcing, supplier relations, purchasing operations, and inbound logistics activities
• Research and identify potential suppliers locally and internationally
• Ensure purchase orders are created and managed in line with production and inventory requirements
• Negotiate prices and terms for direct and indirect materials/services, including short- and long-term contracts and spot pricing
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions where necessary
• Manage and coordinate transportation processes from suppliers to the plant
• Oversee import processes and documentation.
• Optimize inbound logistics processes to reduce lead times and transportation costs

Qualifications

• Matriculation
• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or Equivalent

Skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing and logistics management
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and customs processes
• Packaging background will be highly advantageous
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

Benefits

• Medical Aid
• Provident Fund