New Job Opening: Senior Procurement Buyer (2-Month Contract) in Germiston, Gauteng

Job title:	Senior Procurement Buyer (2-Month Contract)
Job type:	Contract
Emp type:	Full-time
Industry:	Steel
Pay interval:	Monthly
Location:	Germiston, Gauteng
Job published:	22-09-2026
Job ID:	83930
Contact name:	Aimee Dames
Phone number:	+27684350564
Contact email:	aimee@geotech.co.za

Procurement Management – Oversee all procurement activities within the region, including end-to-end procurement processes. Negotiate pricing, rates, and contracts, achieve savings targets, conduct market analysis and benchmarking, and continuously improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
Supplier Management – Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships. Source new suppliers to improve competitiveness, monitor SLA performance, and drive continuous improvement in supplier quality, cost and delivery.
Stores & Inventory Management – Oversee all store operations including receiving, issuing and stock control. Ensure high levels of inventory accuracy and system integrity. Manage and support stores personnel.
Order & MRP Management – Oversee purchase order processing and stock item management. Manage daily MRP activities to ensure optimal stock levels, ensure timely replenishment, resolve delays, and expedite outstanding orders.
Cycle Counts & Reporting – Conduct and manage cycle counts, weekly and bi-weekly stock takes. Analyze, report, and communicate results to management, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across procurement and stores.
Team Support & Compliance – Provide guidance and support to procurement and stores personnel under the guidance of the National Procurement Manager.
Savings & Cost Optimization – Responsible for achieving national procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, cost reduction programs, and continuous identification of value improvement opportunities across the business.

Qualifications & Experience:

Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field.
8+ years' experience in procurement and stores management.
Supervisory experience is advantageous.
Strong negotiation and cost management experience.
Experience in industrial and manufacturing environments is preferred.
Engineering background or qualifications is a big plus.
Automotive industry experience is an advantage.
Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.
Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with Fraxion and Accpac is advantageous.

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