Procurement Coordinator

Position: Procurement Coordinator

Salary: Market related

Location: Stellenbosch

Job type: Permanent

Industry: Food and Beverage / Manufacturing

Reference Number: CWR.PC.CB.17012025

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Our client is a beverage manufacturer located in Stellenbosch and they are looking for a Procurement Coordinator to join their team as soon as possible.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Acquisition of goods, materials, and/or services for manufacturing purposes.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Managing Supply:

• Review production plan & prepare forecasts for material to be used in production.
• Source and procure products in sufficient quantity and quality to ensure availability for production in accordance with production schedule.

Manage Relationships:

• Coordinate the purchasing function in a collaborative manner with the various functions of sales & marketing, production, warehousing & production planning.
• Maintain and develop good relations within vendor community

Reduce Costs:

• Source, evaluate and recommend new suppliers and materials that help generate cost savings or reduce usage without sacrificing quality

Process Documentation:

• Fulfil contract manufacturing commitments by managing purchases within contract parameters as agreed with brand principals.
• Generating, adjusting and expediting purchase orders ensuring inventory levels are aligned with production schedule requirements.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent
• Relevant degree or Supply Chain Diploma advantageous (e.g. SAPICS)

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in FMCG environment / similar position
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)
• Experience with software packages including Sage Evolution, SAP, Syspro or similar
• Experience with purchasing/buying negotiation
• Strong written & verbal communication skills with vendors, customers and co-workers
• Critical thinker with strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Multi-tasker who deals well with pressure
• Attention to detail and great sense of urgency
• Financial acumen
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced, dynamic environment