Title:  Procurement Buyer

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Immediate Superior: Procurement Specialist 
Job Grade: 10 
Location: Stellenbosch
Function: Supply Chain
Sub Function: Procurement 
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 156149 
Closing Date: 27/04/2026

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position in Supply Chain, Procurement, based in Stellenbosch. The successful incumbent will report to the Procurement Specialist.

Purpose of the Position:
The Procurement Buyer is responsible for executing tactical and transactional sourcing activities across all procurement categories, including raw materials, packaging, commerce, professional services, and supply chain investments.
This role ensures timely and compliant procurement execution, supports strategic sourcing initiatives, and maintains supplier and contract data integrity within the Source-to-Pay (StP) framework.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

Tactical Sourcing Execution

• Conduct spot buys, in-flight sourcing, and renegotiations for short-term procurement needs.
• Manage Requests for Quotations (RFQs) via Coupa for purchases between R30k and R1M.
• Ensure proper documentation and approvals are in place for all sourcing events

Requisition-to-Order Process

• Convert approved requisitions into purchase orders in Coupa.
• Track approval flows and ensure timely PO issuance and goods receipt.
• Support invoice matching and resolution of discrepancies.

Supplier & Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms.
• Collaborate with category managers and business units to align sourcing with operational needs.
• Maintain supplier master data and ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Reporting & Governance

• Support procurement governance by ensuring sourcing documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Contribute to spend visibility and reporting through accurate data entry and tracking.
• Assist in supplier performance monitoring and feedback collection.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or related.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in Coupa (or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Transactional accuracy and compliance awareness.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
  
  
  

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.