Procurement Officer

About the position

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to join a well-established organisation in Richards Bay.

The successful candidate will be responsible for procuring goods and services in line with operational requirements, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, maintaining accurate procurement records and facilitating the timely delivery of materials and services.

The ideal candidate will have a strong procurement background within a maintenance environment, excellent negotiation skills and experience using SAP R/3 Materials Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Procure goods and services in accordance with material requirements, specifications and operational needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchasing records and documentation.
• Monitor and expedite purchase orders to ensure the timely delivery of goods and services.
• Conduct market research to identify suitable suppliers and assess pricing and availability.
• Negotiate prices, terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing outcomes.
• Ensure suppliers comply with applicable Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements and B-BBEE standards.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement requirements are met efficiently.
• Support effective procurement processes while minimising purchasing and supply risks.

Minimum Requirements

• BTech Degree or National Diploma in Purchasing Management.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a maintenance environment.
• A valid Code EB (Code 8) driver's licence.
• A BCom Degree in Supply Chain Management will be advantageous.

• Practical experience using SAP R/3, specifically the Materials Management (MM) module.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel, as well as Microsoft Outlook.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

How to Apply:

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Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

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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

 

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