Job Description

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

• My client (manufacturing) is currently looking for a Procurement Manager to join their team in Gauteng.
• You will be responsible for managing procurement of goods, materials, and services to ensure smooth operations.
• Focus on cost, quality, delivery, supplier management, contract negotiations, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• They’re looking for a well-rounded procurement professional with both strategic and operational experience, ideally in manufacturing, who can optimize suppliers, drive cost savings, and strengthen procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full buying process ensuring cost, quality, and timely delivery.
• Apply sourcing policies, manage supplier relationships and contracts.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Monitor ERP system for order changes, schedule shifts, and updates.
• Analyze data to support procurement decisions.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives while balancing operational needs.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and onboard new suppliers.
• Handle and resolve supplier disputes around pricing, quality, delivery, or invoicing.
• Provide reporting, updates, and briefings to leadership.
• Key Skills & Competencies Required
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Financially and commercially savvy.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent relationship builder (internal & external).

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in manufacturing/engineering (preferred).
• CIPS membership (advantageous).
• Proven purchasing/procurement experience in manufacturing (preferred)
• Strong contract management and supplier development experience.
• ERP system experience (Syspro preferred but not essential).
• Project management exposure.
• Advanced MS Office skills.