Senior Procurement Representative

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Representative to join their procurement team. This role is responsible for managing indirect procurement activities, developing supplier relationships, executing sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and driving cost-saving initiatives while ensuring security of supply. The successful candidate will play a key role in supplier performance management, procurement process improvements, and cross-functional collaboration within a chemical manufacturing environment. Minimum Requirements * 5–7 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or purchasing. * Experience procuring raw materials. * Industry experience within the chemical manufacturing industry. * Proven experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and strategic sourcing. * Strong analytical, reporting, and procurement systems experience. * Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Key Responsibilities: * Source and procure high-quality indirect materials and services in line with business requirements. * Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers while negotiating favourable commercial agreements. * Execute sourcing strategies and cost-saving initiatives across assigned procurement categories. * Manage supplier performance, service levels, and quality issues. * Prepare purchase orders and ensure the timely delivery of procured materials. * Monitor supplier contracts, maintain contract compliance, and manage contract renewals. * Identify and approve alternative suppliers, materials, and sourcing opportunities. * Analyse procurement data, monitor spend, and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs. * Support procurement risk management and ensure continuity of supply. * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement requirements and specifications are met. * Maintain accurate procurement reporting, savings tracking, and contract documentation. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes and supplier performance How to Apply: Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Mischa Bornman at   or on LinkedIn You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV to: Logistics@hireresolve.za.com We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise Hire Resolve IT/Computer Recruiter About Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.