About the position
Job Title: Junior Procurement Officer
Department: Procurement
Location: KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
About Us
Stratogo is a professional recruitment and workforce solutions company specializing in sourcing and placing top talent across various industries.
Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Procurement Officer to join their Procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to grow their career in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the continuous supply of materials by managing purchasing activities, coordinating with suppliers, and supporting inventory control to keep production running efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Review production schedules, material requirements, stock levels, and reorder points.
- Raise accurate purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring correct specifications, quantities, pricing, and delivery dates.
- Obtain and compare supplier quotations from approved suppliers to ensure the best overall value.
- Monitor supplier lead times and deliveries, following up on delays where required.
- Resolve pricing, quantity, and quality discrepancies with suppliers.
- Maintain accurate supplier records and procurement documentation.
- Support goods receiving processes, including GRN administration and purchase order/invoice matching.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.
- Assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels to support uninterrupted production.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.
- Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain qualification will be advantageous.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in purchasing, procurement, or a manufacturing supply chain environment.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Experience using ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems will be advantageous.
- Good numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong supplier communication and negotiation skills.
- Working knowledge of purchase orders, GRNs, lead times, and inventory control processes.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
- Team player with a proactive and professional attitude.
What is on Offer
- Junior-level Procurement opportunity.
- Salary: Approximately R10,000 per month (Negotiable depending on experience).
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
Send your CV to: [Email Address Removed]
Subject Line: Application – Procurement Officer
IMPORTANT:
- This is a JUNIOR Procurement Officer position.
- Please only apply if you are comfortable with the advertised salary of approximately R10,000 per month (negotiable depending on experience).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: If you do not receive a response within three weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
We are committed to locating the ideal job for you, so we kindly advise against paying for this service. There are no costs associated with securing employment with us.
Desired Skills:
- printing
- buyer
- procurement
