About the Role

A well-established organisation within the construction materials industry is looking for a Procurement Support Team Lead to join their Finance team. This role will be based at a Shared Services Centre and will report into the National Procurement Manager.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing procurement master data, leading a support team, and driving process improvements, particularly within SAP and digital procurement systems.

Key Responsibilities

Create, verify, and maintain vendor master data on SAP
Manage the creation, amendment, and extension of material master data across multiple company codes
Compile and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on vendor and material data
Submit and manage supplier credit applications
Support and enhance Enterprise & Supplier Development (ESD) initiatives
Maintain accurate and clean master data records
Manage communication with suppliers, vendors, and internal procurement stakeholders
Compile and analyse vendor performance statistics (spend, payment terms, B-BBEE levels)
Identify and implement technology-driven improvements within procurement
Lead system and process improvement projects, ensuring solutions are maintained and optimised
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and B-BBEE legislation
Lead and support a team to achieve operational targets

Minimum Requirements

Degree or Diploma in Business, Commerce, Supply Chain, or Procurement Management
CIPS qualification (advantageous)
3+ years’ experience in a financial or procurement environment
2+ years’ experience in a corporate procurement or administrative role
3+ years’ hands-on experience with SAP (MM/FI modules)
Strong experience in master data management (vendor & material)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with online procurement systems and implementations
Solid understanding of B-BBEE legislation and procurement processes

Key Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent planning and organisational ability
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
Leadership capability with a team-oriented mindset
Ability to resolve issues, identify root causes, and meet deadlines

Employment Equity

This position will be filled in line with the organisation’s Employment Equity plan and transformation objectives. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.