Purchase Processing Manager

Job Overview

The Purchase Processing Manager is responsible and accountable for managing inventory purchasing activities, purchase processing, supervising staff and allocating tasks. Responsibilities include but is not limited to stock replenishment, processing of orders, administrative routines and efficiencies within the Purchase Processing Department. 

Qualifications and Experience 

• Grade 12 
• B Comm. Degree/ Studying towards a relevant Degree or Diploma
• Minimum of 5 years of procurement or supply chain experience
• Minimum of 5 years management experience 

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills 
• Strong analytical and research ability 
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strategic thinker
• Impeccable time management proficiency 
• Deadline driven
• People and resource management skills 
• Good relationship building skills
• Independent problem-solving ability
• Ability to multitask and operate under pressure to meet tight deadlines 
• High level diligence with meticulous attention to detail 
• Sound knowledge of procurement, buying and supplier relations
• Strong business acumen and ability to identify risks
• Experience with procurement systems
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)