Procurement Officer
Procurement Officer - JHB
Job Spec
Our reputable client within the battery distribution and energy solutions industry is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to join their team in Johannesburg.
Purpose of the Job:
To coordinate local and international procurement activities across multiple branches and business units, ensuring accurate purchasing processes, effective supplier communication, stock availability, inventory control and compliance with company procedures.
Requirements:
- Relevant Diploma or qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field
- Minimum 7+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing, stock administration, supply chain or related administration
- Strong procurement and purchasing administration experience
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
- Experience with ERP, accounting, procurement or inventory systems advantageous
- Experience coordinating procurement across multiple branches advantageous
- Good understanding of stock control and inventory administration
- Strong numerical ability and accuracy with pricing, quantities and costs
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong administrative, planning and organisational skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Good problem-solving and time management skills
- Reliable, proactive and able to work independently
- Ability to follow up consistently and meet deadlines
Key Responsibilities:
Local & International Procurement
- Review and approve local purchasing orders submitted by branches
- Check international supplier order confirmations against price lists
- Send orders to suppliers and follow up on delivery ETAs
- Review freight invoices and process container GRNs
- Coordinate supplier communication and purchasing documentation
- Assist with additional purchasing and buyouts when required
Stock Control & Interbranch Transfers
- Approve weekly interbranch transfers (IBTs)
- Prepare monthly order forms
- Review and approve stock journals across business units
- Extract stock valuations and investigate variances
- Assist with stocktakes and inventory reconciliations
- Maintain accurate stock and purchasing records
Forecasting & Reporting
- Prepare monthly forecast-versus-actual reports
- Follow up with branches regarding forecasting information
- Extract sales and inventory reports when required
- Ensure procurement and stock reporting is accurate and up to date
Compliance & General Administration
- Prepare quarterly NRCS levy submissions
- Assist with Letters of Authority (LOAs)
- Review warehousing invoices
- Maintain accurate procurement and compliance documentation
- Liaise with suppliers, branches and internal departments
- Provide administrative support to the Procurement Manager
- Follow up on outstanding orders, queries and documentation
Please take note: If you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.