- Johannesburg South
- Salary: (Negotiable)
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Medical
- Reference: 79680
Vacancy Details
Employer: Unique Personnel
Job Purpose:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective sourcing, procurement, and availability of raw materials, components, packaging, and services required to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The role ensures cost optimization, supplier performance, and full compliance with regulatory, quality, and GMP requirements, while supporting business continuity and operational excellence.
Key Job Outputs:
Develop and manage procurement strategies to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials
Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage local and international suppliers
Ensure all procured materials comply with GMP, ISO 13485, and regulatory standards
Manage supplier approval processes, including specifications, COAs, and audit documentation
Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where required
Maintain optimal inventory levels in collaboration with Production and Warehouse teams
Support demand planning and stock forecasting to prevent shortages or excess stock
Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving initiatives
Coordinate import and export activities, ensuring compliance with customs and shipping regulations
Maintain accurate procurement and shipping documentation
Participate in internal and external audits, providing procurement-related support
Support New Product Development (NPD) and project initiatives through sourcing of new materials
Lead, coach, and develop the procurement team to meet operational and performance targets
Ensure adherence to SOPs, Work Instructions, and company values
The Procurement Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective sourcing, procurement, and availability of raw materials, components, packaging, and services required to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The role ensures cost optimization, supplier performance, and full compliance with regulatory, quality, and GMP requirements, while supporting business continuity and operational excellence.
Key Job Outputs:
Develop and manage procurement strategies to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials
Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage local and international suppliers
Ensure all procured materials comply with GMP, ISO 13485, and regulatory standards
Manage supplier approval processes, including specifications, COAs, and audit documentation
Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where required
Maintain optimal inventory levels in collaboration with Production and Warehouse teams
Support demand planning and stock forecasting to prevent shortages or excess stock
Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving initiatives
Coordinate import and export activities, ensuring compliance with customs and shipping regulations
Maintain accurate procurement and shipping documentation
Participate in internal and external audits, providing procurement-related support
Support New Product Development (NPD) and project initiatives through sourcing of new materials
Lead, coach, and develop the procurement team to meet operational and performance targets
Ensure adherence to SOPs, Work Instructions, and company values
Candidate Requirements
Job Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Purchasing Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Procurement
Additional qualifications in CIPS, Shipping, Import & Export Management will be advantageous
Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain management within a pharmaceutical, FMCG, or medical manufacturing environment
At least 5 years’ experience in a senior procurement or management role
Proven experience in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost optimisation
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syspro or similar)
Strong working knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, SAHPRA, and regulatory procurement requirements
Experience with import/export processes, customs clearance, incoterms, and foreign suppliers
Core Competencies:
Strong negotiation and commercial acumen
Excellent planning, organisational, and analytical skills
Attention to detail and strong compliance mindset
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure in a regulated environment
Strong stakeholder and supplier relationship management skills
Leadership and people management capability
Problem-solving and sound decision-making skills
Systems-driven approach with strong ERP proficiency
Cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
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