Junior Procurement Practitioner

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation's work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

Position level:
Skilled and Junior Management

The CSIR has a vacancy for a Junior Procurement Practitioner in the Supply Chain Management portfolio
. The incumbent will be responsible for providing transactional support with the purchasing of goods and/or services for the CSIR. The position is based in Pretoria
.

• Assist in measuring of supplier performance and evaluations;
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and monitor adherence to supplier Service Level Agreements (SLA
  ¿ s);
• Provide relevant procurement data and information, to line managers on specific suppliers, services and/or contracts to assist in project delivery;
• Assist in the accurate creation of purchase requisitions daily, including special instructions on requisitions;
• Assist in the identification of new suppliers of goods and services required to deliver to the Clusters and/or Portfolios procurement requirements;
• Follow‑up on all quotations, with attention to ensuring competitiveness
• Provide support in the management of all requisitions/orders/supplier payment related queries for the Cluster and/or Portfolios;
• Ensure that all supplier details are appropriately registered, including gathering of information and liaising with suppliers;
• Respond timely to standard queries, including telephone calls/ contact with customers on any transactional incidents;
• Communicate procurement requirements and ensure adherence to relevant CSIR policy, procedures and standards;
• Contribute towards the CSIR
  ¿ s improvement in preferential procurement;
• Expedite orders to ensure timely delivery and excellent service to clients;
• Create cost savings opportunities for Clusters and/or Portfolios;

• A National Diploma in purchasing and supply management or equivalent qualification with at least three years
  ¿ experience in a supply chain / procurement management environment;
• Attention to detail and the ability to meet demanding deadlines;
• Problem solving, negotiation and communication skills;
• E‑procurement knowledge, sourcing and buying skills;
• Good understanding of business processes;
• Teamwork, flexibility and adaptability skills;
• Basic financial acumen and numerical skills;
• Customer service and quality orientation

• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive and market‑related remuneration packages.
• Total guaranteed salary packages which encompass contributions to the pension fund, risk insurance and medical scheme.
• We openly acknowledge and reward our employees' contributions and accomplishments through our esteemed CSIR Excellence Awards.

Closing date: 17 February 2026

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

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The CSIR is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is committed to the employment Equity Act and will through the filling of this vacancy, give preference to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from registered credit bureau and/or South African Police Services (in relation to positions that requires trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances), and may also verify the applicant
¿ s educational qualification and employment history.

The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.