Procurement Officer

Job category: Purchasing

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

City Logistics understands supply chains and the importance of adding maximum value, as well as providing cost-effective solutions and the highest service levels. Our extensive network throughout Southern Africa has been developed over 30 years, offering an exclusive supply chain solution, specializing in client and fleet requirements. This typically consists of a dedicated pool of vehicles and staff customized to the client's operational needs, enabling the client to share the benefits of our procurement, maintenance and risk management capacity. We are passionate about what we do, passionate about Retail and service excellence. Let us be part of your solution.

City Logistics is seeking a Procurement Officer who will be based in Durban.

YOUR CORE FOCUS AREAS:

• Issue requests for quotations, evaluate quotations, analyse results, and recommend suppliers in line with company standards.
• Process purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Maintain procurement master files.
• Liaise with business specialists to identify requirements and secure products/services from specialist suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess stock, coordinate with suppliers for timely deliveries, and optimize inventory turnover.
• Work within budget constraints and seek cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or reliability.
• Contracts and SLA's: Review of existing agreements to align with business. Updating SLAs. Assist with Supplier performance score card reviews. Compiling, reviewing and maintaining Supplier rate sheets

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 - Matric.
• BCom degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management (or related field)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis tools (advantageous)
• SAP experience is an advantage.
• Min 3 years' experience in procurement and Supply chain management.
• Great excel skills.
• Proven track record in a similar role within automotive, logistics, or supply chain environments.
• Experience managing direct operational costs.
• Good understanding of commercial vehicles, OEMs, franchises, and related suppliers in the automotive segment.
• Strong knowledge of commercial vehicles and fleet management expenses (fuel, maintenance, tyres, etc.).
• Understanding of contracts and service level agreements.
• Good attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, address, and resolve issues professionally and technically