25 Procurement Officer jobs in Eastern Cape

Key Performance Areas:

• Source suppliers/quotes as required
• Prepare adjudications
• Create “Task” on teams for supplier codes as and when required
• Capture orders and add attachments
• Send out PO’s & arrange delivery as per date confirmed by site
• Generate capex forms – if procurement manager is not available.
• Create a “Task” on teams for contracts to be opened once capex/unplanned maintenance forms are signed.
• Request invoices from suppliers/sites
• Complete and drive process for the opening of credit accounts
• Capture deliveries on Buildsmart
• Upload invoices to sharepoint
• Resolve adhoc queries from finance
• Attend to any adhoc queries from site/management
• Monitor maintenance spreadsheet and follow up with team
• Allocate costs once contract is opened (capture order on b/smart & delivery/request any invoices that might be outstanding
• Send weekly timesheets to HR
• Credit Card Reconciliation
• Capture Weekly vehicle inspection sheets & logs
• Capture & collate all payments to be made and send them to load on the bank

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification & experience
• Works well under pressure
• Good problem-solving and critical skills
• Strong Communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening
• Interpersonal communication skills, patience and empathy

• Source suppliers/quotes via WhatsApp and email as required.
• Prepare adjudications and manage supplier codes via Teams.
• Capture orders on Buildsmart , attach relevant documents, and send out POs.
• Arrange deliveries in line with confirmed site dates.
• Generate capex forms if the Procurement Manager is unavailable.
• Initiate contract processes once capex/unplanned maintenance forms are approved.
• Request and follow up on invoices from suppliers/sites.
• Complete and drive processes for opening credit accounts .
• Capture deliveries and upload invoices to SharePoint .
• Resolve ad hoc queries from finance, site, or management.
• Monitor maintenance spreadsheets and follow up with the team.
• Allocate costs once contracts are opened and ensure orders, deliveries, and invoices are accurate.
• Send weekly timesheets to HR and perform credit card reconciliations .
• Capture weekly vehicle inspection sheets and logs.
• Collate all payments and ensure they are submitted for banking.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills .
• Outstanding communication skills (written, verbal, and active listening).
• Strong interpersonal skills , demonstrating patience, empathy, and professionalism.

• Application Deadline: 29 September 2025
• Job Location: East London, Eastern Cape
• Job Title: Procurement Officer
• Education Level: Certificate
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 Years

Key Performance Areas:

• Source suppliers/quotes as required
• Prepare adjudications
• Create "Task" on teams for supplier codes as and when required
• Capture orders and add attachments
• Send out PO's & arrange delivery as per date confirmed by site
• Generate capex forms – if procurement manager is not available.
• Create a "Task" on teams for contracts to be opened once capex/unplanned maintenance forms are signed.
• Request invoices from suppliers/sites
• Complete and drive process for the opening of credit accounts
• Capture deliveries on Buildsmart
• Upload invoices to sharepoint
• Resolve adhoc queries from finance
• Attend to any adhoc queries from site/management
• Monitor maintenance spreadsheet and follow up with team
• Allocate costs once contract is opened (capture order on b/smart & delivery/request any invoices that might be outstanding
• Send weekly timesheets to HR
• Credit Card Reconciliation
• Capture Weekly vehicle inspection sheets & logs
• Capture & collate all payments to be made and send them to load on the bank

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification & experience
• Works well under pressure
• Good problem-solving and critical skills
• Strong Communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening
• Interpersonal communication skills, patience and empathy

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Supply Chain Coordinator at a respectable company in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements :

• BCom in Logistics / Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in end-to-end Supply Chain Coordination within a Chemical / Pharmaceutical environment
• Purchasing, stock management and planning experience will be beneficial

Supply Chain Coordinator • Port Elizabeth, ZA

Support the capacity management process by coordinating supply risk and capacity confirmation meetings to avoid supply risk to production. Systems data input and maintenance by updating and reviewing system data to ensure accurate system output. Support the EKL / Systems Specialist with planning, forecasting and reporting on Procurement financials for FMK (Forum Material Kosten / EKL (Einkaufsleistung) in terms of actual performance versus budget based on macro and group indicators to ensure that the company is aligned to Group standards and to meet Corporate objectives.

A recognised university Degree / National Diploma in the following disciplines: Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management

2 – 5 years of Purchasing and/or Logistics experience, preferably within the motor- or related industries

1. Prepare, present and issue Supplier Risks and Capacity Overview reports in an effort to create transparency and to implement solutions
2. Prepare, analyse and issue “INCA” capacity reports in an effort to create transparency and to minimise capacity risk
3. Investigate, analyse and respond to Carry over Parts (COP) request from the VW Group in an effort to secure capacity
4. Creation and updating of new/existing capacities vs demand to assess if the supply meets the demand against capacity constraints in an effort to secure sufficient capacity installed at suppliers
5. Verify and maintain a supplier restriction catalogue for purchased parts to ensure that supplier capacity restrictions are taken into account for production scheduling
6. Create Purchase orders in SAP to ensure once off goods ordering, receipt, invoicing and payment
7. Create Part Supply Agreements in SAP to ensure series parts ordering, receipt, invoicing and payment
8. Create Vendor Codes in SAP to ensure payment for series parts and goods receipt from vendors
9. Support and maintain current and new supplier registrations database in local and group systems to ensure system data accuracy
10. Maintain User System data in local and group systems by running system error trap reports to ensure system user assignment accuracy
11. Activate purchase part price changes in SAP to ensure latest part price to be active for payment correctness
12. Provide systems problem solving support to all users, internal customers and suppliers by liaising with relevant stakeholders in order to ensure workflow continuation and identify future opportunities for optimisation
13. Identify and support with new systems and process implementation by liaising with the Group and Regions for best practice opportunities to ensure efficiencies and that the company is aligned to the Group
14. Prepare and report on Procurement FMK performance of monthly actuals and forecast vs budget in order to meet corporate objectives.
15. Prepare Procurement FMK budget and 5-year outlook in order to meet corporate objectives (Planning Round).
16. Other ad-hoc tasks from time to time in an effort to balance the team’s capacity and to have the desired output for the department

• Working knowledge of Capacity management processes and planning
• Working knowledge of Purchasing Systems and Processes
• Capacity planning and management skills
• Ability to analyse and capture data accurately
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and driven
• Ability to manage and balance multiple tasks simultaneously

Purpose:

• To provide critical support for the Supply Chain & Operations functions by analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on key data and processes. The Supply Chain Analyst is also responsible for gathering data, analyzing trends and reporting the performance for various activities in the SCM department.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12
• Minimum tertiary qualification / technical diploma and/or specific training in Supply Chain Management. Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years’ experience within field of expertise
• Previous supervisory experience advantageous
• Computer Skills (QAD experience highly advantageous)

Main Responsibilities:

• Direct Reports: 1 – 2 team members
• Maintain and manage vendor accounts
• Oversee internal invoice verification systems (KITE)
• Responsible for supporting the regional plants in this function
• Responsible for booking, processing and analyzing freight documentation
• Prepare and distribute weekly overviews on standard and premium freight values
• Provide analysis on cost drivers, identify areas where CI can be implemented to reduce / eliminate costs associated within the Supply Chain
• Maintain import register in compliance with local customs regulations
• Facilitate export shipments and documentation where required
• Perform month end functions, analysis and reporting to facilitate MEC checklist
• Creation of vendor accruals, vendor statement analysis
• Involvement in freight tenders, tender process and generation of data required to facilitate the freight tender process (incl. volume overviews per lane separated into weekly buckets defined by cbm and kg’s)
• Provide depot container overview with focus placed on containers incurring any premium cost
• Host quarterly vendor performance meetings and feedback sessions
• Support for ad-hoc implementation of freight projects, service provider changes or enhancements to the department

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Accurate Document Control
• Able to process time sensitive information and orders to meet deadlines
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals and generate presentations when required
• Excellent analytical skills in order to problem solve and implement permanent corrective action
• Good project management skills to ensure the execution of many of these projects, simultaneously
• Planning and organizing skills
• Advanced computer literacy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations

Purpose:

• To provide critical support for the Supply Chain & Operations functions by analyzing, monitoring, and reporting on key data and processes. The Supply Chain Analyst is also responsible for gathering data, analyzing trends and reporting the performance for various activities in the SCM department.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12 
• Minimum tertiary qualification / technical diploma and/or specific training in Supply Chain Management. Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years’ experience within field of expertise 
• Previous supervisory experience advantageous
• Computer  Skills (QAD experience highly advantageous)

Main Responsibilities:

• Direct Reports: 1 – 2 team members
• Maintain and manage vendor accounts
• Oversee internal invoice verification systems (KITE)
• Responsible for supporting the regional plants in this function
• Responsible for booking, processing and analyzing freight documentation
• Prepare and distribute weekly overviews on standard and premium freight values
• Provide analysis on cost drivers, identify areas where CI can be implemented to reduce / eliminate costs associated within the Supply Chain
• Maintain import register in compliance with local customs regulations
• Facilitate export shipments and documentation where required
• Perform month end functions, analysis and reporting to facilitate MEC checklist
• Creation of vendor accruals, vendor statement analysis
• Involvement in freight tenders, tender process and generation of data required to facilitate the freight tender process (incl. volume overviews per lane separated into weekly buckets defined by cbm and kg’s)
• Provide depot container overview with focus placed on containers incurring any premium cost
• Host quarterly vendor performance meetings and feedback sessions
• Support for ad-hoc implementation of freight projects, service provider changes or enhancements to the department

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Accurate Document Control
• Able to process time sensitive information and orders to meet deadlines
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals and generate presentations when required
• Excellent analytical skills in order to problem solve and implement permanent corrective action
• Good project management skills to ensure the execution of many of these projects, simultaneously
• Planning and organizing skills
• Advanced computer literacy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Decision making/problem solving skills
• Ability to cope with stressful situations

About the Opportunity:

Freedom Stationery (Pty) Ltd, in partnership with the Fibre Processing & Manufacturing Sector Education and Training Authority (FP&M SETA) and funded by the National Skills Fund (NSF), is proud to offer exciting internship opportunities to unemployed youth. This internship aims to provide workplace experience aligned to academic qualifications and help build essential skills for the world of work.

Job Purpose:

The purpose of this internship is to provide hands-on experience in supply chain operations while supporting the team in executing and optimizing end-to-end supply chain processes. The intern will contribute to data analysis, logistics coordination, supplier communication, and continuous improvement initiatives, gaining practical knowledge and skills essential for a career in supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Supply Chain Intern, you will work alongside experienced professionals to support and improve our supply chain processes. You will:

• Assist with demand forecasting, inventory planning, and procurement activities
• Monitor and analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies
• Help coordinate with suppliers and logistics partners
• Support daily operations and project initiatives
• Contribute to process improvement efforts and cost-saving strategies

What We're Looking For:

• Completed National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management or any related field.
• Must not have participated in any SETA-funded internship previously.
• South African citizen aged 18–35.
• Currently unemployed.
• Strong communication skills and eagerness to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (knowledge of ERP systems or data analytics tools is a plus)