Creditors & Procurement Clerk

Responsibilities:

• Processing supplier information: invoices, credit notes, journals, allocating supplier payments, preparing supplier accounts for payments, supplier reconciliations
• Capturing fixed assets
• Performing general reconciliations
• Resolving supplier account queries
• Liaising with suppliers and service providers regarding information required for processing
• Managing procurement processes, including sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotes, and negotiating prices
• Coordinating the procurement of goods and services according to company policies and procedures
• Maintaining accurate records of procurement activities, including purchase orders, delivery schedules, and supplier contracts
• Monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with relevant departments to ensure timely replenishment of stock
• Conducting regular reviews of supplier performance and identifying opportunities for cost savings or process improvements
• Assisting with the development and implementation of procurement strategies to optimize efficiency and minimize costs
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls related to procurement activities
• Providing support to other departments as needed to facilitate procurement-related activities
• Performing general administrative duties
• Providing ad-hoc assistance to the Debtors Clerk and Finance Manager
• Preparing bank payment schedules
• Maintaining payment cash flow forecasts
• Updating Vendor account payment terms

Requirements:

• 5 years of experience in a similar role
• Computer literate (MS Office, proficient on Excel)
• Experience working with Pastel will be advantageous
• Structured and detail-oriented person
• Accurate record-keeping skills
• Code B Driver’s Licence and own transportation