Procurement Manager, Pinetown, South Africa

Job Description

Ensuring that all tasks performed are done within required time, accurate and as soon as possible.

Forward cover purchase orders FEC confirmations and any other relevant documentation to Senior Executive Logistics for approval.

Identifying where cost savings can be implemented.

Processing freight and clearing documentation in conjunction with shipping agent and capture on applicable Pastel incident.

Negotiating price and discounted prices from suppliers.

Monthly archiving of purchase orders as part of month end procedure.

Completing and updating development plans annually.

Personal development in high level overview of what the company is selling and business concepts.

Completing annual staff performance appraisals and assessments.

Upholding strict and effective SHEQ (including ISO 9001) measures within the business ensuring that staff meets the requirements of relevant legislation 

Ensuring that if there are internal or external escalations that the escalations happen as quick as possible and with all relevant information.

Purchasing for all company needs as per Order Request.

Continuously updating and maintaining current supplier source information (PBU), including price update and the identification of potential BEE and other suppliers.

Fostering and improving customer and internal staff relationships.

Monthly archiving of purchase orders as part of month end procedure.

Purchasing for scheduled manufacturing and sales order fulfilment requirements.

Sourcing & market research related to supplier base.

Gathering delivery documentation of non-stock purchased goods for matching with invoice and dispatch to Finance division for posting and payment

Verifying and approving invoices

Qualifications & Skills

Diploma Logistics and/or Procurement

5+ Years' experience in a procurement function.

Suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not get a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful