Procurement Officer

Fusion Recruitment

South Africa · On-site Full-time Mid Level R35k – R50k/mo 6d ago

About the role

Well established company on the East Rand seeks a Procurement Officer with foreign buying experience.

Procurement & Supplier Management

Manage the full procurement cycle from sourcing to delivery
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and supplier contracts
Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers (China, UK, USA, Turkey, and other markets)
Identify and onboard alternative suppliers to drive cost savings
Monitor supplier performance and ensure quality and compliance standards are met

Inventory & Stock Management

Analyse stock levels to maintain optimal inventory and avoid shortages or overstocking
Monitor slow-moving, obsolete, and high-risk inventory
Forecast demand based on sales trends and operational requirements
Manage reorder levels and implement effective safety stock strategies
Improve inventory turnover and working capital efficiency

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare detailed procurement and inventory reports for management
Analyse costing structures, pricing, margins, and landed costs
Evaluate supplier lead times and their impact on operations
Provide strategic insights to improve efficiency and profitability
Compile monthly reports on stock movement, procurement spend, and margin performance

Systems & Administration

Utilise ERP systems such as Sage Evolution for procurement and inventory management
Ensure accurate data capturing and maintenance
Maintain high levels of data integrity for reporting and audit purposes

Relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous)
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, or inventory management (manufacturing/industrial environment preferred)
Proven experience managing international suppliers
Experience with ERP systems (Sage Evolution or similar)
Advanced computer literacy, particularly in Excel
Foreign procurement experience essential