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Procurement / Inventory Specialist

East Rand
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Warehousing
Reference: GSt001420/AB-GS

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Employer: Dante Group (Pty) Ltd

Procurement / Purchasing / Inventory SpecialistR35 – R45 000 ctcGermiston based

Minimum requirements:
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly strategic and analytical Procurement / Purchasing / Inventory Specialist to manage the full procurement and inventory function within a manufacturing / industrial product environment.
The successful candidate will take ownership of local international supplier management, inventory optimisation, cost control, and detailed reporting.
This role requires a commercially astute individual with strong negotiation skills, highly analytical with advanced reporting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supplier Management

Manage the full procurement cycle from sourcing to delivery.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and contracts with international and local suppliers (China, UK, USA, Turkey and other global markets).
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Identify alternative suppliers and implement cost-saving initiatives.
Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards.

Inventory & Stock Management

Analyse stock levels to ensure optimal inventory holding and avoid overstocking or shortages.
Monitor and report on slow-moving, obsolete, and high-risk inventory.
Forecast demand in line with requirements and sales trends.
Manage reorder levels and safety stock strategies.
Improve inventory turnover and working capital efficiency.

Reporting & Analysis

Generate detailed inventory and procurement reports for management.
Analyse costing structures, pricing margins, and landed costs.
Evaluate lead times and their impact on planning.
Provide strategic insights to improve procurement efficiency and profitability.
Prepare monthly reporting on stock movement, procurement spend, and margin analysis.

Systems & Administration

Work on Sage Evolution (or similar ERP system) for procurement and inventory management.
Ensure accurate capturing and maintenance of procurement and stock data.
Maintain strong data integrity for reporting and audit purposes.

Minimum Requirements

Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or related field.
Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a procurement / purchasing / inventory role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proven experience managing international suppliers across multiple countries.
Strong negotiation and supplier management experience.
Advanced computer literacy with strong reporting skills (Excel advanced level essential).
Experience working on Sage Evolution or similar ERP systems.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a high-pressure environment.

Competencies

Strategic thinker with commercial acumen.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Highly organised and deadline driven.
Proactive problem solver.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Non-Negotiable behavioural factors:

Be a Team Player – strong collaborative personality that contribute to collective success
Takes Initiative – proactively identifies needs and drives actions without waiting for instruction
High Energy – brings enthusiasm, urgency, and positive drive to daily tasks

Consultant: Angie Botes - Dante Personnel Greenstone
Apply via our website www.dantesa.co.za

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About Dante Group (Pty) Ltd

Danté Personnel Recruitment (Pty) Ltd, established in 1996, is a national leading recruitment-consulting firm. We offer specialized services to effectively manage the entire recruitment process, for companies based in South Africa and abroad. We service different Business diversities like Mining, Engineering, Technical, Information Technology and Finance.

Our exclusive database of candidates, for all various business verticals, is valuable tool to start the recruitment process. We take up the challenge in finding the right candidate through our extensive network of resources and understanding of the hiring trends.
Our expertise lies in identifying and selecting candidates at all positions, especially middle and senior management. We take pride in our ability to provide all your human resource requirements.