Procurement Administrator
What you will enjoy doing
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Material Planning & Procurement: Determine material demand based on production plans and stock levels, issue monthly requirements, and place purchase orders with suppliers.
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Supplier & Purchasing Management: Maintain relationships with existing suppliers, evaluate new sources, and coordinate with Corporate Purchasing on vendor data, pricing, approvals, and performance tracking (e.g., supplier scorecards, BEE compliance).
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Inbound & Administrative Support: Manage inbound deliveries, resolve discrepancies in delivery, purchase orders, and invoicing, and administer master data for suppliers and materials (raw materials, colors, additives).
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Forecasting & Reporting: Prepare monthly material demand forecasts and compile corporate resin data updates.
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Continuous Improvement: Analyze data and processes to support cost reduction and efficiency initiatives.
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Compliance & Safety: Ensure all materials, packaging, and services meet occupational health, safety, environmental, and food safety standards.
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Other Duties: Handle indirect procurement when required and carry out ad hoc tasks as assigned by the Head of Procurement.
What makes you great
- Diploma with 2-3 years of procurement experience within a manufacturing company
- A good understanding of operational procurement, procurement systems and processes, including good supplier relationship management.
- Negotiation skills and good communication skills with people inside and outside the organization are required
- Ability to organize diverse information, analyse and resolve disputes
- Strong understanding of factors that influence manufacturing cost and quality of operations is preferred
What you can expect working with us
- A modern and family work environment
- Integration in a dynamic team where new ideas and improvement suggestions are welcome
- Challenging tasks with a high degree of self-responsibility
- Individual performance will be remunerated and further development supported
Closing Date: 10 November 2025
Contact
ALPLA RECYCLING SA (PTY) LTD
mr Sboniso Nkosi, Human Resources
Erf 1619, North Point
4420 Ballito
