Job Description

Job Summary
Our client is looking for a Procurement Manager from the Manufacturing industry to join their team in Midrand. The role involves leading the procurement and purchasing category for a major manufacturing division, developing sourcing strategies, overseeing operational activities, and ensuring procurement processes align with company standards and group practices. The successful candidate will be responsible for cost optimization, supplier management, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with company objectives
Coordinate and direct procurement operations and team members
Build supplier relationships and negotiate contracts
Implement procurement processes and ensure alignment with compliance frameworks
Identify and pursue cost-saving opportunities (target R2.5 million annually)
Handle procurement budgeting and reporting
Manage supplier performance and resolve disputes or non-conformances
Provide training on procurement best practices internally
Engage with various internal departments to support business alignment
Drive continuous improvement across procurement operations
Lead by example, upholding values of integrity, respect, and customer focus
Requirements:
3-year BCom Degree or Diploma (SAPICS / CIPS Certification advantageous)
Minimum 7 years' experience in a strategic sourcing or procurement role
Excellent negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills
Strong leadership capabilities and people management experience
Sound knowledge of procurement systems and materials management
Resilient, analytical, and able to manage high-pressure situations
Familiarity with manufacturing environments and raw material sourcing
Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: or email us your CV:
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Hire Resolve
IT/Computer
Recruiter
About
Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.