Procurement and Logistics Manager (JB1939)
Fourways, Johannesburg
R50 – 55 000, negotiable
Benefits include commission
Duration: Permanent

Overview
Our client in the medical sector, sources and supplies medical products into Africa, the company has established long-standing relationships with clients in multiple sectors and has excellent staff retention due to the family orientated culture they have developed.

As the Procurement and Logistics Manager you will be responsible for all operations, including quotations, tenders, procurement, shipping, planning and control of activities.

Note: This is an onsite position with no possibility of hybrid or remote working | Only candidates with experience in the medical sector will be considered

Minimum Requirements:
Education: Suitably qualified in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration
Software: Advanced Microsoft Excel, previous experience using accounting packages and supply chain systems
Languages: Excellent English communication skills ideally with Portuguese as a first or second language (advantage)
Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience with medical product exports with experience in quotation and tender preparation and procurement
Stock control & stock forecasting
Development of sustainable strategies
Working knowledge of all laws and regulations: relating to procurement, customs and tariffs, shipping and freight laws and VAT
Proven working relationship with medical suppliers
Personal Attributes: Excellent attention to detail
Strong strategic and leadership skills
Strong persuasive, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong business acumen and financial skills
An achievement orientated individual with strong negotiation skills
Ability to exercise resilience when facing challenges and pressure

Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage all aspects of purchasing to support organizational operations efficiently and cost-effectively
Strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers
Monitor and control all aspects of procurement
Establish and implement purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices
Monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations
Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors
Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures
Identify and source new suppliers and vendors
Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database
Develop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements
Troubleshoot cost, quality, and delivery concerns
Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases
Track purchases from placement until delivery
Match purchase orders with goods delivered
Inventory management
Check stock at warehouse
Work with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements
Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders
Verify invoiced amounts with goods received
Handle invoices and forward to accounting department
Source comparative quotes within the Medical Industry