Procurement Officer

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A significant player in the battery and energy industry requires a Procurement Officer at their branch on the East Rand. The purpose of the role is to manage end-to-end supply chain operations, encompassing both local and international procurement, inventory control, and regulatory compliance. Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end local and international procurement activities to ensure a consistent, cost-effective supply of batteries and related products.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, issue purchase orders, and follow up on estimated delivery dates (ETAs).
• Review and approve branch orders from local suppliers, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and operational requirements.
• Forecast stock requirements, monitor inventory levels across branches, and minimise stock shortages and supply chain disruptions.
• Prepare monthly forecast-versus-actual reports, obtain feedback from branches, and generate sales reports to support procurement planning.
• Monitor stock movement and inventory accuracy, including reviewing and approving stock journals
• Conduct stock valuations, calculate variances and investigate discrepancies across branches.
• Assist with distribution centre (DC) stocktakes and investigate stock discrepancies where required.
• Oversee freight, shipping and warehousing processes, including verifying freight invoices and DC warehousing invoices.
• Coordinate product buyouts when required to address stock shortages and meet operational demands.
• Ensure compliance with NRCS regulations and applicable legislation, including preparing and submitting quarterly NRCS levy returns.
• Manage Letters of Authority (LOAs) and maintain the required regulatory documentation.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement improvements to procurement, logistics and supply chain processes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and internal controls.

Key Requirements

• A diploma or other relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
• Minimum 7 year experience in a procurement, purchasing, stock administration, supply chain or general administrative role.
• Experience working with ERP, accounting, procurement or inventory management systems would be beneficial.
• Exposure to procurement across multiple branches or business units would be advantageous.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Good numerical ability and accuracy. Works confidently ith quantities, pricing, costs and spreadsheet information.
• Familiarity with stock control and inventory administration.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good planning and organising skills