Job Summary:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing all procurement and supply chain activities within the Paint, Sanitary, Tiles, and Animal Health categories. This includes sourcing and procuring products, negotiating competitive pricing, and managing supplier relationships across all branches. The role also ensures optimal stock availability, reduces aged inventory, and drives improvements in stock turns, sales, and product group margins. Additionally, the Procurement Manager will lead and mentor two Junior Procurement Managers, providing guidance and support to ensure their performance meets established benchmarks and aligns with company objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the procuring of all Paint, Sanitary, Tiles, Animal Health
- Negotiate prices on Paint, Sanitary, Tiles, Animal Health
- Source products and suppliers for all branches
- Oversee the buying function within prescribed benchmarks at the best prices possible
- Optimize stock availability and minimize aged stock and so improve STR and sales for MPS
- Optimize product group margins
- Team Management
Educational Background and Experience:
- Minimum Grade 11 (New Curriculum) or Grade 12 (NSSC-O) with 22 marks.
- Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field will be an advantage.
- 5+ years of experience in retail or supply chain management, specifically in Paint, Sanitary, Tiles, Animal Health
- Possession of a valid Code B Drivers’ License.
We are looking someone with:
- Fluent communicator in English.
- Strong Numeracy skills.
- Strong Negotiation and Interpersonal skills
- Strong Product and Supplier knowledge,
- knowledge of computerized procurement
- systems, knowledge of trading and
- logistics environment of a builder’s
- merchant.