About the position
Our client is looking for a Procurement and Planning Manager to join their team in Alberton, Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the procurement and planning functions to ensure optimal supply chain performance, efficient production scheduling, and compliance with ISO and health and safety standards. This position plays a key role in integrating procurement, demand and materials planning, production scheduling, and regulatory compliance to deliver cost-effective and customer-focused operations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies and departmental policies
- Negotiate with suppliers for cost-effective pricing, quality, and timely delivery
- Ensure supplier contracts and agreements are up to date and compliant
- Perform risk management on procurement activities and supplier performance
- Oversee customs, freight forwarding, and import/export requirements
- Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where necessary
- Identify cost-saving initiatives and drive supply chain efficiency
- Collaborate with sales, production, design, and purchasing teams to align forecasts and production schedules
- Maintain and revise the master production schedule based on demand and material availability
- Analyze sales orders vs. available inventory and adjust plans accordingly
- Plan and prepare for in-demand stock items, replenishment, and distribution requirements
- Integrate sales orders with master schedules to meet customer delivery deadlines
- Monitor and report on inventory levels, stock accuracy, and wastage
- Coordinate stock takes and ensure accuracy of physical inventory
- Implement material planning and sourcing processes
- Manage and report on inventory movements and requirements in weekly production meetings
- Serve as liaison between procurement, sales, and production teams
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with customs, bond store regulations, and customer requirements
- Lead departmental KPIs, reporting, and performance analysis
- Develop and report on forecasting, replenishment, and supply chain efficiency
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and planning functions
- Identify training needs and ensure skill development across the team
Requirements:
- National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Project Management
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, or planning
- Minimum 4 years’ team management experience
- Experience in material planning, demand planning, and sourcing
- Working knowledge of customs, import/export, and freight forwarding
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- ERP systems knowledge (e.g., Pastel, Omni Accounts or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of ISO 9001 and Health & Safety legal requirements
Benefits:
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Desired Skills:
- Procurement and Planning Manager - Manufacturing
- Procurement and Planning Manager - Manufacturing
- Procurement and Planning Manager - Manufacturing
