PROCUREMENT, STORES & LOGISTICS MANAGER

Company: 24 Solutions Technology (Pty) Ltd

Location: Midrand, Gauteng

Employment Type: Full-Time

24 Solutions Technology is seeking an experienced and highly organised Procurement, Stores & Logistics Manager to oversee the company’s procurement, stock control, stores and logistics operations.

The successful candidate must have proven experience within the telecommunications industry, particularly in managing telecommunications equipment, materials, stock and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the overall procurement, stores and logistics functions.
• Oversee the sourcing and purchasing of telecommunications equipment, materials and services.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate favourable pricing, terms and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Oversee all stock control and inventory management activities.
• Ensure accurate recording of stock received, issued, transferred and returned.
• Conduct regular stock counts and investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Manage and maintain the company’s stock control and inventory management system.
• Ensure proper storage, security and accountability of all company stock and equipment.
• Coordinate the movement, delivery and distribution of stock and equipment to various sites and projects.
• Manage logistics operations, including deliveries, collections and transportation of equipment and materials.
• Ensure sufficient stock is available to support operational and project requirements.
• Work closely with Operations, Finance and Project Managers to ensure efficient procurement and stock availability.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement, stock and logistics processes.
• Prepare regular procurement, stock and logistics reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures and internal controls.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in Procurement, Stores and Logistics Management.
• Telecommunications industry experience is essential.
• Strong experience in telecommunications stock control and inventory management.
• Proven experience managing stores, stock, equipment and materials.
• Experience using stock control and inventory management systems.
• Strong procurement and supplier management experience.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience with quotations, purchase orders and supplier negotiations.
• Strong understanding of logistics, deliveries and the movement of stock and equipment.
• Experience conducting stock counts, reconciliations and investigating stock variances.
• Strong leadership, organisational and administrative skills.
• Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and stock management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

A qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, Business Management or a related field will be advantageous.

How to Apply

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Subject Line: Procurement, Stores & Logistics Manager Application

Please note: Only candidates with relevant telecommunications, procurement, stock control and logistics experience will be considered.