Procurement / Inventory Specialist

SUMMARY:
Procurement / Purchasing / Inventory Specialist
R35 – R45 000 ctc
Germiston based

POSITION INFO:
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Role Overview
We are seeking a highly strategic and analytical Procurement / Purchasing / Inventory Specialist to manage the full procurement and inventory function within a manufacturing / industrial product environment.
The successful candidate will take ownership of local international supplier management, inventory optimisation, cost control, and detailed reporting.
This role requires a commercially astute individual with strong negotiation skills, highly analytical with advanced reporting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supplier Management

• Manage the full procurement cycle from sourcing to delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and contracts with international and local suppliers (China, UK, USA, Turkey and other global markets).
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Identify alternative suppliers and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards.

• Analyse stock levels to ensure optimal inventory holding and avoid overstocking or shortages.
• Monitor and report on slow-moving, obsolete, and high-risk inventory.
• Forecast demand in line with requirements and sales trends.
• Manage reorder levels and safety stock strategies.
• Improve inventory turnover and working capital efficiency.

• Generate detailed inventory and procurement reports for management.
• Analyse costing structures, pricing margins, and landed costs.
• Evaluate lead times and their impact on planning.
• Provide strategic insights to improve procurement efficiency and profitability.
• Prepare monthly reporting on stock movement, procurement spend, and margin analysis.

• Work on Sage Evolution (or similar ERP system) for procurement and inventory management.
• Ensure accurate capturing and maintenance of procurement and stock data.
• Maintain strong data integrity for reporting and audit purposes.

• Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a procurement / purchasing / inventory role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience managing international suppliers across multiple countries.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Advanced computer literacy with strong reporting skills (Excel advanced level essential).
• Experience working on Sage Evolution or similar ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a high-pressure environment.

• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Highly organised and deadline driven.
• Proactive problem solver.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams.

• Be a Team Player – strong collaborative personality that contribute to collective success
• Takes Initiative – proactively identifies needs and drives actions without waiting for instruction
• High Energy – brings enthusiasm, urgency, and positive drive to daily tasks