349 Procurement Officer Centurion jobs in South Africa

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in manufacturing and steel industry. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing goods and services, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of quality products at competitive prices.

1. Source suppliers and negotiate contracts for goods and services.
2. Evaluate supplier proposals and make recommendations based on price, quality, and delivery times.
3. Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels.
4. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide timely solutions.
5. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns.
6. Stay up-to-date with industry trends and market conditions to identify cost-saving opportunities.

1. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
2. 3-5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing roles.
3. Strong negotiation and communication skills.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
5. Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
6. Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
7. Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing procurement practices.

Our client, a Technical Specialist in the Engineering and Mining Industry , is currently recruiting a Junior Buyer/Procurement Officer for their Centurion Offices.

We require your working knowledge of sourcing and purchasing various goods including machinery, equipment, raw materials, and/or other supplies for internal consumption.

• Responsible for purchasing various goods including machinery, equipment, raw materials, and/or other supplies for internal consumption.
• Obtaining and negotiating prices, delivery, terms, and sources of supply following specified policies and procedures.
• Ensure and maintain daily outputs.
• Monitor supplier performance with regard to delivery, quality, and quantity.
• Process internal requisitions for orders.
• Expediting orders, following up with suppliers.
• Report any urgent issues regarding stock levels and supply issues.
• Maintain good communication between suppliers, customers, production, and management.
• Sourcing of current and new products, negotiating pricing.
• Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports, and price lists.
• Communicate with intercompany divisions regarding stock requirements and relevant departments.
• Administer contract performance, including receipt and delivery.
• Comply with all Company processes and procedures, regulations, and standards.
• Use computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word-processing, calendars, e-mail, and database software in performing work assignments and providing reports.

• Completed Matric and relevant Diploma.
• Must have own car and valid driver's license.

A reputable company is currently looking for a Supply Chain Manager in Mpumalanga.

Requirements :

• BCom Degree in Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management
• Minimum of 8 years’ supply chain management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years in a managerial position
• Experience in logistics, stock management, warehousing and procurement is vital
• Strong financial skills will be beneficial

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead their supply chain operations. This role requires an analytical thinker with strong leadership and problem-solving skills to oversee the end-to-end supply chain function. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and play a key role in ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable operations.

Key Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and recommend qualified suppliers of raw materials, packaging, and other critical components.

Negotiate supplier contracts to secure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards.

Build and manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Manage inventory levels to minimise stockouts and excess inventory.

Implement and monitor KPIs to measure planning and operational performance.

Conduct supply chain audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and GMP regulations.

Collaborate with production, quality, finance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production planning.

Maintain and optimise inventory management systems (ERP / WMS).

Identify and assess supply chain risks, developing contingency plans as required.

Drive sustainable supply chain practices and ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and ethical standards.

Lead, coach, and develop the Planning team, fostering a results-driven and positive work culture.

Oversee the Warehouse Manager (with a team of 8–10 members), two Buyers (Raw Materials and Packaging), and a Planner.

Required Skills

Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.

Advanced negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

Highly organised with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Commercial awareness and business acumen in supply chain decision-making.

Proficiency in MS Office and supply chain management software (ERP / WMS).

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum 10 years’ experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years at managerial level.

Proven forecasting experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience in Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical, FMCG, or Food industries with solid GMP knowledge.

Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements in supply chain operations.

Hands-on experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple supply chain functions.

Full-time, on-site position – manufacturing experience is mandatory.

Our client, a leading player in the Cosmetics industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their dynamic team.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the end-to-end supply chain function and drive operational excellence within a fast-paced and innovative environment.

1. Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and recommend qualified suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and other critical components. Negotiate contracts to ensure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
2. Inventory & Planning: Manage inventory levels across the supply chain to minimize stockouts and excess inventory. Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production planning. Maintain robust inventory management systems (e.g., ERP, WMS) to optimize stock levels.
3. Process Improvement: Continuously analyze the supply chain to identify areas for improvement. Implement process enhancements, such as lean manufacturing principles, to boost efficiency and reduce costs. Conduct regular supply chain audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
4. Risk Management: Identify and assess potential supply chain risks, including natural disasters, political instability, and economic fluctuations. Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
5. Sustainability & Compliance: Develop and implement sustainable practices across the supply chain. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ethical standards.
6. Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement, warehousing, and planning professionals. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment. Recruit, train, and develop talent within the supply chain department.

1. A degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. 10 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years at a managerial level in the Cosmetics / Pharma / Food / FMCG industries.
3. Proven experience in forecasting within a manufacturing environment.
4. Strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
6. Proficient in MS Office and Supply Chain Management software (e.g., ERP systems).
7. Outstanding communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

To be considered, applicants must meet the listed qualifications and experience. Please submit your CV and a motivation letter in support of your application. Closing date for submissions: 31 January. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

A leading food manufacturing company situated in Gauteng is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Plant Supply Chain Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• Provide leadership and oversight to the scheduling & logistics team, including materials purchasing planning, production scheduling, inventory management, product life cycle change management, disposals, risk and SLOB management, and master data governance. Identify and implement improvements to working practices to improve efficiency, performance and reliability in the supply chain, including vendor management, seasonality and promotions planning and supplier inventory planning. These activities should deliver expected PPOF, PPLF, PTP and PR agreed-on targets, which in collaboration with Central Supply Planning deliver Customer Services levels.
• 100% Engagement: Drive the team to a culture of total employee ownership by effectively managing systems to drive empowerment and engagement for all Employees and promoting active participation in learning and continuous improvement activities. This includes Building the capability of the workforce separately, Employee development and coaching in behaviours and competency development, as well as management of daily, weekly, and monthly review processes.
• Responsible for all systems monitoring and enhancements (SAP), system training and core power users. Main lead into McCormick IT for technical enhancements/changes.
• Responsible for the tactical and strategic factory materials and inventory plans, set targets, and manage year-on-year stock value/inventory turnover improvements to support Supply Chain targets. Input into the S&OP process at the Site.
• Represent the plant on local, regional and global Supply Chain projects, with regard to Commercialisation, CCI and engineering changes. This includes the execution of Commercialization projects and Warehouse work transportation for safety risk.

Key requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Management or related field desirable.
• Experience in Production and materials planning, and management required.
• Operations / Supply Chain background and proven track record of target-focused delivery in a fast-paced Operational environment required.
• Working knowledge of cycle count process, SAP preferred.
• Demonstrable leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to

You are welcome to contact Rebecca or Nehelene at .

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Develop and lead the annual strategic plan and budget for sales, margin, and inventory, ensuring full alignment with the business unit’s financial and growth objectives.
• Champion the evolution and execution of Integrated Business Planning (S&OP) to drive alignment across demand, supply, and financial planning, enhancing cross-functional decision-making and accountability.
• Drive a world-class demand forecasting capability, leveraging accurate demand signals and analytics to align forecasts with financial targets at product, category, and store levels.
• Design and optimise inventory strategies across the product portfolio and logistics network to ensure product availability, service level excellence, and optimal working capital utilisation.
• Ensure forward-looking capacity planning across Distribution Centres, including stockholding, throughput, and inbound/outbound flow to support business growth and avoid operational bottlenecks.
• Manage end-to-end new product introductions, ensuring seamless forecasting, sourcing, and post-launch execution to maximise speed-to-shelf and product availability.
• Collaborate with the Private Label team to define sourcing strategies that deliver margin improvement, secure reliable supply and support the business's brand ambitions.
• Lead supplier collaboration, commercial efficiency negotiations, and gain-share agreements to unlock value, reduce cost-to-serve, and drive incremental group profit from the supply chain.
• Create and maintain robust, insight-led reporting and performance metrics, enabling real-time visibility and data-driven decision-making across all supply chain touchpoints.
• Continuously evaluate and implement leading-edge supply chain technologies and tools, ensuring digital readiness, scalability, and alignment with future strategic objectives.
• Lead the deployment and integration of next-generation supply chain solutions, ensuring seamless cross-functional adoption, productivity gains, and end-to-end efficiency.
• Establish and nurture strong cross-functional partnerships with key stakeholders across buying, product development, operations and logistics to ensure integrated high-impact execution.
• Proactively identify risks, operational challenges, and emerging issues, develop mitigation plans, and maintain transparent, solution-oriented communication across the organisation.
• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team of demand planning and replenishment professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, ownership, agility, and service.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across all supply chain disciplines, driving innovation, agility, and best-in-class product availability while optimising cost and capital.
  
  

• Sourcing & Imports Management
  
  

• Warehouse & Distribution
  
  

• FMCG Supply Chain
  
  

• Data Analysis
  
  

• Forecasting & Planning
  
  

• Customer & Market Insight
  
  

• Supplier & Lifecycle Management
  
  

• Financial Planning
  
  

• Financial planning and management in Retail
• Buying and planning processes in Retail
• FMCG demand planning and forecasting
• Category management, sales and operations planning way of working (matrix organisations)
• Vendor management (including negotiation and contract management)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, to build relationships and drive consensus and collaboration across functional groups
• Business math acumen and analysis to comprehend financial information and reporting to make business decisions
• Forecasting consumer trends and buying habits 9 – 36 months in the future
• Complex decision making based on statistics, trends and opinions
• Requires proficiency on MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point
• Complex Problem solving
• Retail mathematical and financial calculations/analysis (e.g. GMROI, CAGR, variance to last year, percentage of total, stock turn)
  
  

• Familiarity with demand and fulfilment planning software (e.g., SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, Anaplan, Relex)
• Exposure to inventory optimisation models balancing service levels and working capital
• Awareness of Incoterms and their practical application in contract negotiations
• Awareness of emerging technologies shaping supply chain best practices (e.g., blockchain, IoT, AI-driven and ML optimisation)
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain visibility tools and analytics dashboards
  
  

• A minimum of 10-15 years merchandise planning and financial/business analysis, modeling and forecasting experience
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a retail environment 5 Years functional experience – FMCG Supply Chain or Retail Planning
• 5 Years People Management experience
• 5 Years vendor management experience including contract negotiation
• 5 Years commercial experience including accountability for large budgets
• Strong planning and buying experience with solid understanding of financial and statistical analysis of both
• Strategic leadership experience applying business and financial analysis skills and knowledge to solve business problems and influence decision making
  
  

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Leading and Supervising
• Persuading and Influencing
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Analysing
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking