Key Responsibilities:

1. Supplier Management:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Review and verify charges and billing accuracy. Resolve issues related to billing discrepancies and supplier concerns. Conduct regular stock takes in collaboration with suppliers. Facilitate the resolution of payment issues in a timely manner. Identify and address inefficiencies/opportunities in supplier processes.

2. Business Unit Operational Support:

Collaborate with Business Units (BU) to develop and execute demand planning strategies. Coordinate and facilitate product changes in partnership with BUs. Manage stock write-off processes efficiently and in accordance with company policies. Oversee and maintain up-to-date product catalogues.

3. Financial Management:

Execute month-end journaling to cost centres with a high degree of accuracy, especially under time constraints. Manage stock write-offs, ensuring all processes are compliant and documented. Address and resolve financial queries across Accounts Payable, suppliers, and Business Units.

Qualifications and Experience:

Matric certificate. Relevant qualification in Procurement, Production Management, or Design (Sourcing). Proven experience in supplier relationship management, financial operations, or large-scale stationery fulfilment operations. Customer-centric with a high delivery approach. Proven large volume stocktake experience. Financial systems experience preferable.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage high volumes of work under tight deadlines. Proficiency in Excel.

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.