Durbanville: Procurement Controller posted by Weylandts Furniture Cape Town Ltd

About us: From our humble beginnings in 1964 as a traditional furniture store in Windhoek, Namibia, Weylandts has grown into South Africas leading furniture and homeware retailer with 9 stores nationwide. Chris Weylandts inherited his fathers eye for extraordinary furniture and an appreciation for good living in its broadest sense. Under his leadership, the brand evolved into one that is synonymous with bold, confident aesthetics and timeless taste. At the heart of Weylandts vision is a unique fusion of clean, contemporary design with the soul of natural material. Role overview: As a Procurement Controller, you will be responsible for the accurate placement and monitoring of purchase orders, ensuring the timely and complete delivery of goods. You will work closely with planners, buyers, and suppliers to maintain procurement processes that align with company policies and operational needs. Key responsibilities: Prepare proforma orders and costings as advised by planner Place approved orders with supplier, ensure all necessary paperwork received and processed as per company requirement (ensures all suppliers are certified and have signed contracts) Ensures Master Data accuracy w.r.t suppliers; contract and item data Stipulate and manage any specific order requirements as instructed by the buyer and/or planner Liaise with suppliers re: sample requirements, and manage accordingly Track orders with suppliers weekly to ensure that production on schedule as per order Communicate effectively w.r.t delivery dates especially when there are delays (to planners) Be aware of any changes re. pricing, costing, delivery dates and report to planner accordingly Establish and maintain good supplier relationships, keeping them informed of supplier policy and any changes thereto Handle damages and credit requests with supplier and notify accounts of pending credits/payments Price label/barcode management processing on Syspro, management with suppliers Updating of shipment statuses on Syspro What you bring: Grade 12 / Matric 2-3 years relevant administrative experience, preferably in procurement or stock control Experience using purchasing or stock management systems Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Experience with Syspro is advantageous Knowledge of import/export processes is a plus Competencies and behaviours for success: Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work High level of discipline and responsibility Effective communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to work independently while taking initiative Strong interpersonal skills for engaging with suppliers and internal departments Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong organizational and numerical skills Why Join Weylandts? Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salaries aligned with market standards, performance-based incentives, and generous staff discounts. Employee Benefits: Provident Fund which includes life assurance, income protection & funeral cover Work-Life Balance: Were committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance through reduced working hours and access to wellness support. Flexible Leave: Our updated leave policy offers up to 20 days for Retail and Head Office teams and up to 18 days for the Distribution Centre. Growth Culture: We champion internal growth by promoting from within, nurturing a learning culture, and investing in high-potential talent. People-First Culture: Driven by design, integrity, and shared passion Note: Whilst this job description covers most aspects of the employees role, it is not an exhaustive list. There may be other related areas where the Company can reasonably expect the employee to become involved in. Similarly, subject to operational requirements, this description will be reviewed from time to time.