Specialist: Procurement

Career Opportunities: Specialist: Procurement (7941)

Requisition ID 7941 - Posted 24/10/2026

Company: Komatsu South Africa

Business Unit: South Africa

Division: Head Office

Department: Procurement

Location: H.O. Admin

Reference Number: 7941

Grading: C2

EE Position

INTRODUCTION:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team at our Remufacturing department in Germiston to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management within the heavy earth-moving equipment sector. This role is critical to ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of machinery, parts, and services that support our operational excellence.

QUALIFICATION:

• 2-3 year Diploma/Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management
• An Engineering qualification will be an advantage

EXPERIENCE:

• 2-4 years supplier management experience
• Understand B-BBEE scorecard and reporting
• SAP experience beneficial
• Strategic sourcing
• Drafting and managing contracts

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

• Strategic Supplier management experience
• Supplier performance management
• Contract negotiations
• Drafting Request for Proposal/ tender documents and managing this process from initiation to contract award
• Monitor and report on compliance to Procurement policies
• Data analysis and reporting
• Experience of the Government Purchasing Framework will be an advantage
• Knowledge of financial, legal and corporate social responsibility issues
• Knowledge of the Mining and Construction environment will be advantageous

Skills/additional requirements:

• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply
• APICS certification (advantageous)
• B-BBEE compliance rules

JOB SPECIFICATION:

• Develops resources to assist internal stakeholders in achieving overall financial benefits and savings e.g. new procedures (within policy guidelines), manuals or toolkits
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, including contract compliance and service delivery.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to forecast demand and align procurement plans.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and reliability.
• Compiles reports on Procurement statistics, savings and continuous improvement
• Reports back on projects/drives/initiatives and provides metrics

In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groups as per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.

Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks

Only online applications will be considered

Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.

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