Procurement Officer/ Buyer at Staff Solutions

• Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Officer / Buyer to join their team in George, Western Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing procurement activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely purchasing of quality products at competitive prices.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage supply chain and procurement processes efficiently.
• Evaluate products, suppliers, and service providers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to secure profitable deals.
• Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and stock shortages.
• Place orders to replenish stock and merchandise as required.
• Track shipments, receive orders, and resolve any delivery delays or discrepancies.
• Oversee the storage and management of products and inventory.
• Maintain accurate records of stock items, inventory levels, and transactions.
• Coordinate with the inventory team, stockroom, and management regarding procurement requirements.
• Generate and process purchase orders accurately and timeously.
• Ensure all approved purchases are cost-efficient and meet required quality standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar procurement or buying role.
• Experience within the manufacturing industry will be advantageous.
• National Senior Certificate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to reliably commute to George, Western Cape, or be willing to relocate before commencement of employment.
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans.