Storeman, Procurement and Stores, Finance Department - (8840) at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

• To assist in the fulfilling of the Procurement function at CPUT in line with the Procurement policy and relevant supply chain management, legislation and regulations. To maintain effective stores structure and ensure value for money is achieved on all purchased activities (goods or services) by maximizing the buying power.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A Senior Certificate / Matric/ Grade 12.
• International qualifications must be accompanied by SAQA verification.
• Four (4) years of relevant experience in the stores environment, including the procurement knowledge
• 1 year supervisory skills with the ability to do and manage stock taking.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Good numeracy skills.
• Computer literacy

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Procurement function implementation in accordance with the procurement policy and relevant legislation
• Needed Analysis
• Handling of queries
• Placing of orders and ensuring economies of scale.
• Marketing of procurement function
• Price negotiation
• Supplier relationship building
• Supplier performance management
• Liaising with suppliers and keeping up to date with market procurement trends
• Liaising with and assisting end users throughout the procurement function
• Report writing
• General administration
• Ad hoc duties assigned by the line manager

Competencies

• Knowledge of store practices.
• Relevant Legislation and Code of Good Practice
• Good Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Customer focus
• ITS System
• Report writing
• Attention to details
• Good time management
• Computer literacy on Microsoft

General Information

Closing Date: 09 August 2026