Procurement Officer / Buyer

About the role

Our client in George, Western Cape is seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Procurement Officer / Buyer to manage purchasing activities, maintain supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery of quality products at competitive prices.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end supply chain and procurement processes.
• Evaluate products, suppliers and service providers for quality and cost‑effectiveness.
• Negotiate pricing and terms to secure profitable deals.
• Forecast demand, place purchase orders and prevent over‑stocking or shortages.
• Track shipments, receive orders and resolve delivery discrepancies.
• Oversee storage, inventory management and maintain accurate stock records.
• Coordinate with inventory, stockroom and management on procurement needs.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years experience in procurement or buying, preferably in manufacturing.
• National Senior Certificate and a valid driver’s licence.
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to commute to or relocate to George, Western Cape.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.