Purchaser - Indirect Materials

Summary Of The Role

Execute operational purchasing tasks as delegated by the Purchasing Manager in line with Group Purchasing (GP) policies, principles, guidelines, and procedures for Indirect Materials (IM) in close cooperation with local stakeholders and Group Purchasing in support of the company’s business targets.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and plan the requirement for designated IM categories based on close dialogue with relevant user departments.
• Source, select, and approve suppliers for designated IM categories in close cooperation with relevant user departments (including supplier audits when relevant). Support user departments in ensuring optimal IM specifications are in place.
• Ensure the best possible agreements for designated IM categories, according to the purchasing objectives, by following the Tactical Purchasing Process and utilizing relevant contract formats (including frame agreements, etc.)
• Implement and follow up global or regional agreements as and when relevant for the company.
• Place and follow up orders in Matrix based on agreements/contracts when relevant. Execute invoice control according to company guidelines
• Implement the Category Management Concept for selected IM categories. Report on agreed on KPIs to Purchasing Manager

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

What we look for and what we offer:

What We Look For:

Experience/Essential Requirements:

• Grade 12 essential
• Purchasing Diploma or similar advantageous
• 3-5 years' experience in similar role advantageous
• ERP System - Matrix/IFS advantageous
• English & Afrikaans essential

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Adhere to company rules and procedures; execute plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.
• Communicate in a clear, precise, and structured way.
• Co-operate well with others; share knowledge, experience, and information; support others in the pursuit of team goals.
• Be aware of own strengths and limitations and pursues learning and career development opportunities.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: We offer a competitive wage commensurate with experience and industry standards.
• Benefits package: Eligible employees will receive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Training and development: Opportunity for on-the-job training and professional development to enhance skills and advance career growth.
• Safe working environment: We prioritize employee safety and provide a clean and well-maintained workplace with adherence to strict safety protocols.
• Career advancement: Possibility for advancement within the company for dedicated and high-performing individuals.
• Company culture: Be part of a company that values integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement in all aspects of operations. 

Position Information

Company:

Jotun Paints South Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Closing Date (Dd.Mm.Yyyy):

09.10.2025

Who We Are

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.Jotun Paints South Africa (Pty) Ltd., established in 1995, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production facility, 2 warehouses and a rapidly growing team, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in South Africa through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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