Procurement Officer

Snolink Logistics (Pty) Ltd. Is excited to announce we are in search for a Procurement Officer to be based in Head Office in Clairwood, Durban. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for supporting and executing day‑to‑day procurement activities across the business, ensuring that goods and services are sourced timeously, cost‑effectively, and in line with approved policies, procedures, and budgets.

The role plays a key operational support function within procurement, focusing on purchase order processing, supplier coordination, compliance, reporting, and administrative discipline, while supporting business to align and build a structured, compliant, and value‑driven procurement function.

This is a hands‑on role, suitable for a developing procurement professional who is comfortable operating autonomously and independently within defined frameworks and eager to grow into a more senior procurement role over time.

• Execute approved procurement requests in line with company policies and delegated authority.
• Where applicable assist your Line Manager to Review, update and or to develop Procurement SOP’s, Policies and Procedures.
• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and timeously.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery requirements.
• Follow up on outstanding orders to ensure on‑time delivery.
• Support operational teams with procurement‑related queries.
• Ensure procurement process are standardized across all branches of Snolink Logistics (Pty) Ltd.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation; this includes supplier contracts and ensuring contractual risk, liability and commercial exposures are managed and mitigated.
• Support supplier onboarding and vetting processes as required.
• Ensure suppliers comply with company requirements, including BBBEE documentation where applicable.
• Assist with supplier performance tracking and issue resolution.
• Escalate supplier risks or non‑compliance to the Line Manager.
• Ensure all procurement activity follows approved SOPs and controls.
• Support Purchase Order authorisation, Goods Receiving, and three‑way matching processes.
• Verify supporting documentation before invoices are submitted for payment.
• Maintain procurement records and audit‑ready documentation.
• Support cost control initiatives by ensuring purchases align with approved budgets.
• Assist with price comparisons and basic cost analysis.
• Flag pricing variances or irregular spend to the Line Manager.
• Support savings initiatives through disciplined procurement practices.
• Maintain procurement trackers and reports (manual or system‑based).
• Compile reports on purchase orders, supplier spend, and procurement activity.
• Support month‑end reporting and reconciliation processes.
• Provide accurate procurement data to management when required.
• Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders regarding order status and delivery timelines.
• Act as a point of contact between suppliers and internal teams for operational procurement matters.
• Support internal teams with timely procurement solutions within Snolink Logistics (Pty) Ltd.
• Support the resolution of procurement‑related issues and delays.
• Adhere strictly to procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Prevent unauthorised purchasing and escalate deviations appropriately.
• Handle procurement information confidentially and professionally.
• Support audits and compliance reviews as and when required.
• Generate monthly reports on spending analysis, supplier performance, cost saving initiatives, procurement compliance and contract utilization.

• Matric Certificate or Grade 12 - Essential.
• Diploma in procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administrations or similar - Advantageous.
• Valid Driver’s License - Mandatory.
• Computer Literacy.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of work experience in a procurement, buying, or supply chain support role.
• Exposure to procurement in the Cold storage, Warehousing, Logistics, FMCG and Industrial operations environment advantageous.
• Experience processing purchase orders and coordinating suppliers.

Should you be interested in the role and meet the minimum requirements, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability via our recruitment email address: ***email_hidden***

Should you not hear from our Recruitment Team within a period of two week from date of application, please deem your application as unsuccessful.