Supply Chain Officer — Technical Products (Procurement & Logistics)

About GF Africa GF Africa supplies technical piping products and solutions across the region. We partner with suppliers and customers to deliver high-quality pipes, fittings, valves and measurement & control products. Were scaling our supply chain operations and need a pragmatic, supplier-focused Supply Chain Officer to join the team. Role Summary You will own procurement, supplier management and logistics for our technical product range (metallic & non-metallic piping components). Report to the Director and work closely with Sales and Accounts to ensure on-time deliveries, competitive pricing, and accurate stock levels. Key Responsibilities Manage supplier relationships and lead price & commercial-term negotiations. Place and manage purchase orders; follow up on order confirmations and O/C changes. Cross-check order confirmations for pricing and lead-times; communicate changes to Sales. Identify and qualify alternative suppliers and complementary products to broaden range. Review supplier weekly production & readiness reports; update internal stakeholders. Select optimal transport methods, book collections and manage carrier relationships. Track shipments, manage customs documentation & coordinate clearance for imports/exports. Release supplier orders per company rules and ensure certificates of conformity are managed. Oversee stockholding, stock value reporting and periodic stock-takes. Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in procurement and expediting (technical products preferred). Practical knowledge of piping systems: pipes, fittings, valves, measurement & control (metallic and non-metallic). Demonstrable experience with international suppliers and import/export/customs processes. Strong MS Excel skills; experience with order management / ERP or inventory systems. Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills. Able to work under own initiative and coordinate across Sales & Accounts. Advantage Skills Previous experience in industrial/technical distribution or MRO sectors. Formal procurement / SCM qualification or certification. Familiarity with certificate of conformity processes for technical products.

Location: Tokai, Western Cape, ZA

Posted Date: 10/23/2025