Work-Force
A vacancy has been confirmed for a Procurement Officer based in De Aar, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the logistics jobs function.
The Role
This Procurement Officer role sits within the logistics jobs function in De Aar. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Northern Cape.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Procurement Officer taking on this position.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Procurement Officer to step into the logistics jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Working in De Aar
De Aar continues to grow as an employment hub in Northern Cape, with near the Kimberley diamond heritage centre. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around De Aar.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in De Aar, Northern Cape.
The Environment
On top of that, the environment is operationally driven and physical at times, with shift-based work, strict safety standards and a strong focus on accuracy and on-time delivery.
On top of that, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Northern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the De Aar site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Maintain housekeeping standards in racking, aisles and yard areas
- Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
- Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
- Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
- Receive, verify and put away incoming stock against delivery notes
Who We’re Looking For
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.