Procurement Specialist

Come join Entyce, the home of some of South Africa’s best-loved drinks. We’re part of AVI Limited, and our line-up is packed with names you’ll recognise: Five Roses, Freshpak, Trinco, Frisco, Koffiehuis, Ellis Brown, and House of Coffees. Our two factories in Durban and Isando keep these favourites coming, with products that land on tables in millions of homes every single day.

Our Head Office teams make things happen, turning ideas into action and working closely with our manufacturing sites to keep business sharp and brands on track. This is where we shape decisions, grow our brands, and keep Entyce moving forward.

At Entyce, you’ll find a place where accountability matters, people work together, and sharp minds thrive. We move fast, we set high standards, and what you do here really counts. Here you’ll see the impact of your work on iconic, proudly South African brands.

We are looking for a commercially astute and highly driven Procurement Specialist to join our Bryanston-based team. This is a high-ownership role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced FMCG environment, takes initiative naturally, and has the confidence to engage effectively across suppliers, factories, and senior leadership teams.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving procurement optimisation, supplier performance, process improvement, and cost-saving initiatives across the business.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Head of Procurement
• Direct Reports: None

Key Areas of Impact:

Procurement Optimisation & Supplier Management

• Drive procurement initiatives focused on raw material spend optimisation, operational efficiencies, and sustainable cost savings
• Conduct detailed procurement analysis and present commercially sound recommendations and actionable insights
• Identify, track and report on cost-saving and cost-avoidance opportunities
• Lead supplier engagement and SLA negotiations with key vendors
• Build strong supplier relationships and maintain high levels of supplier engagement to proactively identify risks, challenges, and opportunities
• Apply technical and commercial insights to support procurement best practices and supplier performance improvements
• Conduct regular procurement audits to ensure compliance and governance standards are maintained

Process Ownership & Strategic Execution

• Take ownership of procurement processes across the National Brands supply chain
• Develop forward-thinking procurement strategies and gain alignment from senior stakeholders
• Independently manage daily tactical procurement decisions in line with the agreed business strategy
• Proactively identify operational risks, anticipate potential supply chain challenges, and implement corrective actions before issues escalate
• Manage stakeholder expectations and engagement across multiple business functions and levels
• Resolve procurement-related queries and provide commercially sound guidance to stakeholders

Standardisation & Continuous Improvement

• Investigate current procurement practices across sites and identify opportunities for standardisation and best practice implementation
• Lead process improvement initiatives and support change management activities across the supply chain
• Develop process maps, identify inefficiencies, and implement course corrections where required
• Drive implementation alignment across sites and monitor adherence to improved procurement standards
• Prepare presentations and communicate recommendations clearly and confidently to senior stakeholders

Project Coordination

• Coordinate multiple complex procurement and supply chain projects simultaneously
• Ensure projects are implemented effectively and aligned to operational best practices
• Support stakeholder training and drive understanding of project benefits and operational impact
• Understand interdependencies across projects and proactively manage risks and implementation roadblocks
• Track outcomes and ensure continuous follow-through on agreed deliverables

Supply Chain Data Analysis & Reporting

• Compile, analyse and communicate procurement and supply chain reports on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support procurement decisions and process improvements
• Interpret data trends and provide insights that support strategic decision-making
• Develop business cases, track implementation outcomes, and recommend corrective actions where required
• Support reporting quality and analytical capability within the broader procurement team

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:

• Minimum 5 – 7 years’ experience within a Procurement Specialist role in a fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Proven experience managing supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, and procurement optimisation initiatives
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance operational requirements and cost management
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive initiatives proactively
• Ability to engage confidently with senior leadership and communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally
• Strong analytical capability with experience in interpreting procurement and supply chain data
• Experience coordinating multiple projects and managing competing priorities effectively

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Engineering, Supply Chain, Commerce, or a related field is essential
  A dual-major qualification combining technical and commercial disciplines would be advantageous
• Additional qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Project Management will be advantageous

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Knowledge of the Ingredient Industry would be advantageous
• Broad understanding of International Logistics and Incoterms
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• SAP experience is essential
• Spend system management and reporting experience
• Strong project management capability
• Solid understanding of procurement governance, compliance, and ethics
• Willingness to travel within South Africa as required

Why Choose Entyce as your new home?

• Iconic Brand Portfolio: Work with some of South Africa’s most recognised and trusted beverage brands.
• End-to-End Exposure: Gain visibility across the full value chain — from factory to shelf.
• Commercial Impact: Be part of a team that drives real business outcomes in a competitive FMCG environment.
• Strong Operational Backbone: Supported by two established, high-volume manufacturing sites.
• Growth & Development: Opportunities to grow within a structured, performance-driven organisation.

Take the Next Step with Entyce

Be part of a business built on strong brands, disciplined execution, and clear commercial ambition. If you are commercially sharp, solutions-driven, and motivated by ownership and impact, this opportunity offers the platform to make a meaningful contribution within one of South Africa’s leading FMCG businesses.