Purchasing Officer (Direct Purchases) Jobs

Purchasing Officer (Direct Purchases)

Company Overview:
Johannesburg Water delivers essential services across a broad region, managing 1.6 billion liters of water daily through extensive infrastructure. We maintain 12,369 km of water networks, 128 reservoirs, and 37 pump stations while adhering to strict procurement regulations.

Position Details

Employment Type: Full Time
Required Qualifications: Higher National Certificate/National Certificate in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Finance
Experience Required: 2 years (including 1 year in procurement)
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Department: Procurement & Supply Chain

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Procurement Policy, PPPFA, MFMA, and related regulations
• Manage purchase requisitions via SAP workflow system
• Process quotations (below R30,000) and coordinate tender processes (above R30,000)
• Maintain supplier database and quotation records
• Generate purchase orders and monitor delivery timelines
• Produce regular operational reports and maintain documentation

Essential Requirements

• NQF Level 6 qualification in relevant field
• Proficiency in SAP MM module and inventory management
• Working knowledge of supply chain regulations
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit applications through Johannesburg Water’s official career portal.

Note: Johannesburg Water does not charge fees for recruitment processes. Candidates are advised to exercise caution regarding any payment requests.