Hazyview: Purchasing & Procurement Manager posted by African Echoes Recruitment

About the Role

African Echoes Recruitment is seeking an experienced Purchasing & Procurement Manager to join our team at Hazyview, a luxury hospitality establishment in Sabi Sands, Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining procurement policies, procedures, and ethical purchasing standards, ensuring compliance with company controls, audit requirements, and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and ethical purchasing standards
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company controls, audit requirements, and operational standards
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, purchasing, receiving, and supplier management
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements with suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Ensure timely ordering and delivery of all operational requirements
• Manage procurement budgets and expenditure effectively
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies
• Produce accurate procurement, stock, and cost reports
• Oversee inventory management, stock takes, and stores operations
• Ensure effective stock control across all departments including:
• Food (fresh, frozen, and dry goods)
• Beverages
• Cleaning chemicals and consumables
• Maintenance supplies, fuel, gas, and tools
• Operating equipment and stationery
• Lead, train, supervise, and develop the stores and procurement team
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and inventory management processes

Requirements

• RSA ID and legal residence essential
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role (hospitality experience preferred)
• Strong numerical, analytical, and budgeting skills
• Advanced computer literacy including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Sage X3 essential
• HMS Infor experience advantageous
• Excellent command of English, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational, planning, and administrative abilities
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented approach
• High attention to detail, accountability, and accuracy
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours within a remote hospitality environment
• Professional presentation and high personal standards
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse teams

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications (Bachelor’s, LLB, Matric, etc.) not specified in the original job description.