Procurement Supervisor

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement Supervisor to oversee procurement operations, capital expenditure sourcing, and supplier management within a highly regulated environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely procurement and delivery of goods and services in accordance with organisational policies, the PFMA, PPPFA, and relevant treasury regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional with strong public sector experience, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the sourcing and procurement of goods and services through RFQ and tender processes in line with procurement policies and business requirements.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods according to specifications and procurement procedures.
• Source and evaluate suppliers while maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Manage procurement activities related to capital expenditure (CAPEX).
• Approve purchase orders in line with delegated authority.
• Monitor and ensure closure of open purchase orders and system clean-ups in accordance with procedure.
• Compile and submit procurement reports, including supplier performance, overdue purchase orders, pricing, and CAPEX reporting.
• Provide procurement guidance and support to internal stakeholders regarding procurement policies, procedures, and legislative compliance.
• Supervise, train, and develop procurement staff to ensure optimal performance and capability.
• Support procurement operational projects and additional responsibilities as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or Business Administration (NQF 6).
• Minimum 5 years’ procurement experience.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE, treasury regulations, and public procurement practices.
• Experience in RFQ procurement, tender processes, and supplier sourcing.
• Strong reporting, financial, and analytical skills, including advanced MS Excel.
• Previous experience supervising or managing staff.

Important Requirement:
Our client is strictly seeking candidates with prior public sector procurement experience, including demonstrated exposure to PFMA, PPPFA, treasury regulations, and government procurement processes.