Description:
Company involved in the sugar production and processing space is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the role of Purchasing Officer for a short-term contract, ending at 30 June 2025 (approx 2 to 2.5 months) .
Role Purpose/Intent
- The Purchasing Officer plays a critical role in ensuring the uninterrupted supply of raw materials, consumable goods, Maintenance, Repairs and Operations (MRO), critical spares and services essential for the production process.
- It involves proactive communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to meet operational and financial objectives.
- Responsible for optimal onsite Inventory stock holding from both a financial and operational perspective Manage and execute buying process for all buying transactions (on and off contract) Manages expediting activities
- Ensure governance and compliance to procurement controls and standards
- Accountable for effective procurement and continuous optimization
- Ensure that all purchase requests are vetted against the catalogue and that sub-groups are assigned and initiate end-user application for new MID’s
- Vendor onboarding and masterdata management
- Provide support and coaching to end-users – accountable for end-user procurement capability, onboarding, system’s access, etc.
- Adhere to safety and quality standards and promote world class practice
Responsibilities
Procurement Operations
- Adopt Group defined procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives and production demands.
- Liaise with production and inventory teams to forecast material requirements.
- Leverage Illovo identified suppliers and materials to improve quality and reduce costs.
- Issue, manage, and track purchase orders (POs) to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
- Resolve issues related to incomplete, damaged, or delayed deliveries.
Inventory and Stock Control
- Work closely with inventory teams to ensure stock levels align with production requirements.
- Develop and implement stock optimisation strategies, minimising stockouts and excess inventory.
- Conduct periodic reviews of inventory turnover to identify and address inefficiencies.
Market and Cost Analysis
- Conduct market research to stay updated on raw material prices, trends, and supplier capabilities.
- Analyse procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and propose strategies to Group Procurement and management.
- Benchmark pricing and terms against industry standards to ensure competitiveness.
Compliance and Risk Management
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical practices, and industry regulations.
- Monitor and manage risks in the supply chain, including potential disruptions, price fluctuations, and supplier insolvencies.
- Maintain accurate procurement records for audits and reporting purposes.
Continuous Improvement
- Participate in or lead projects aimed at improving procurement processes, tools, and systems.
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance performance.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies in procurement, such as AI or predictive analytics, and propose adoption where beneficial.
Requirements:
- The Purchasing Officer plays a critical role in ensuring the uninterrupted supply of raw materials, consumable goods, Maintenance, Repairs and Operations (MRO), critical spares and services essential for the production process.
- It involves proactive communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to meet operational and financial objectives.
- Responsible for optimal onsite Inventory stock holding from both a financial and operational perspective Manage and execute buying process for all buying transactions (on and off contract) Manages expediting activities
- Ensure governance and compliance to procurement controls and standards
- Accountable for effective procurement and continuous optimization
- Ensure that all purchase requests are vetted against the catalogue and that sub-groups are assigned and initiate end-user application for new MID’s
- Vendor onboarding and masterdata management
- Provide support and coaching to end-users – accountable for end-user procurement capability, onboarding, system’s access, etc.
- Adhere to safety and quality standards and promote world class practice
- Adopt Group defined procurement strategies aligned with organisational objectives and production demands.
- Liaise with production and inventory teams to forecast material requirements.
- Leverage Illovo identified suppliers and materials to improve quality and reduce costs.
- Issue, manage, and track purchase orders (POs) to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
- Resolve issues related to incomplete, damaged, or delayed deliveries.
- Work closely with inventory teams to ensure stock levels align with production requirements.
- Develop and implement stock optimisation strategies, minimising stockouts and excess inventory.
- Conduct periodic reviews of inventory turnover to identify and address inefficiencies.
- Conduct market research to stay updated on raw material prices, trends, and supplier capabilities.
- Analyse procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and propose strategies to Group Procurement and management.
- Benchmark pricing and terms against industry standards to ensure competitiveness.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical practices, and industry regulations.
- Monitor and manage risks in the supply chain, including potential disruptions, price fluctuations, and supplier insolvencies.
- Maintain accurate procurement records for audits and reporting purposes.
- Participate in or lead projects aimed at improving procurement processes, tools, and systems.
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements to enhance performance.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies in procurement, such as AI or predictive analytics, and propose adoption where beneficial.
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, or similar) are highly advantageous.
- A minimum of 5 years in procurement, preferably in a production or
- manufacturing setting.
- Experience in supplier negotiations, cost management, and inventory optimisation.
- Proven ability to handle large procurement budgets and manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously
Job Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, or similar) are highly advantageous.
Experience
- A minimum of 5 years in procurement, preferably in a production or
- manufacturing setting.
- Experience in supplier negotiations, cost management, and inventory optimisation.
- Proven ability to handle large procurement budgets and manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously
08 Apr 2025;
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