Sourcing Clerk _Procurement

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Sourcing Clerk _Procurement to join their team in the Agriculture industry based in Krugersdorp.

POSITION INFO:
Roles and Responsibilities
Product Sourcing
Source products and services as requested, obtaining comparative quotes.
Cost Savings
Identify and communicate cost-saving opportunities to the Procurement Manager as they arise.
Purchase Orders
Capture and distribute official purchase orders.
Supplier Follow-Up
Follow up on outstanding supplier purchase orders with Key Account Managers (KAMs) and originators.
Amend or cancel orders as needed on a weekly basis.
Expediting Deliveries
Expedite on-time delivery and collection of supplier purchase orders.
Advance Payments
Arrange supplier advance payments in coordination with the Finance Department on a daily basis.
Supplier ETA Records
Maintain records of changes in supplier Estimated Time of Arrival (ETAs).
Documentation Management
Request new supplier documentation and upload it into the ERP system as required.
Cycle Count Sheets
Compile, facilitate, capture, and distribute cycle count sheets.
Stock Variance Investigation
Investigate and rectify stock variances identified during cycle counts and in the ERP system.
Stock Monitoring
Monitor stock consumption trends and maintain appropriate minimum and maximum stock levels.
Demand Forecasting
Forecast stock demand and replenish stock levels regularly.
Month-End Stock Takes
Compile, facilitate, capture, and distribute month-end stock take reports.
B-BBEE Documentation
Obtain, capture, and update Supplier B-BBEE documentation.
Inspections Coordination
Arrange Department of Agriculture inspections on imports and distribute reports accordingly.
Stock Code Requests
Request new stock codes as needed.
Inventory Management
Capture inventory issue requisitions and manage warehouse transfers.
Department Files
Create and maintain departmental files and registers as required.
Office Environment
Effectively work in an open-plan office environment.
Training Participation
Participate in product knowledge training as required.
Ethical Practices
Adhere to ethical business practices and trading guidelines consistently.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum qualification: Grade 12
Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
Valid Code 8 driver’s license
2–5 years of proven experience as a Sourcing Clerk for both local and international procurement
Proficiency in ERP software (e.g., Sage Evolution, Pastel Evolution, Syspro, Kerridge)
Intermediate skills in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
2–5 years of proven experience in demand forecasting and consumption trend analysis
2–5 years of proven inventory/warehouse management will be an advantage
Detail-oriented with a solution-focused mindset
Strong understanding of commercial and business practices
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Energetic and adaptable to a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural team
Comfortable interacting with various levels of authority and external partners
Ability to communicate verbally and non-verbally in Dutch will be an advantage
Familiarity with workplace safety and environmental factors
Other
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or public holidays as the need arises
Must be willing and able to travel nationally and internationally as required
Driver’s license and own, reliable transport is not negotiable

Employment Details
Employment Type:
Permanent Employment
Industry:
Agriculture
Work space preference:
Work Onsite
Ideal work province:
Gauteng
Ideal work city:
Krugersdorp
Salary bracket:
R 20,000 – 25,000
Drivers License:
CODE B (Car)
Own car needed:
Yes