Vendor Master Data Controller M/F

 

 

Vendor Master Data Controller M/F

General Information

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. 

Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. 
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? 

Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!   

Job description

Mission description

The purpose of this role is to ensure accurate and up-to-date supplier information is maintained across all
company systems, supporting smooth operations and payment processes. The Vendor Master Data Specialist
is responsible for capturing, validating, and updating supplier records after approval from the Procurement
team. This role supports multiple branches and entities, ensuring consistency, compliance, and data quality
within the supplier master database.

 

Profile

• Receive completed and approved supplier onboarding requests from the Procurement team and
create new vendor profiles in the ERP system.
• Maintain accurate supplier information across different branches and legal entities within the group.
• Verify that all required documentation is received and valid, including banking details, VAT certificates,
BEE affidavits / cerficates.
• Load and update supplier records in line with internal procedures and compliance standards.
• Monitor expiry dates of key documents and follow up with suppliers to collect updated versions as
needed.
• Respond to queries from Accounts Payable, Procurement, and other departments relating to supplier
data.
• Ability to interact with internal and external parties.
• Identify and correct duplicate or outdated supplier records to maintain a clean and reliable database.
• Ensure inactive or non-compliant suppliers are blocked or deactivated where necessary.
• Keep an accurate audit trail of all changes made to supplier records.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing supporting documentation and data reports.
• Adhere to Policies and Procedures as set out by the company.
• Any other delegated tasks deemed as reasonable as assigned by the reporting manager



Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Grade 12 / Matric (Essential)
• 2–3 years of experience working with supplier data, administration, or support roles in a logistics,
procurement, operations, or finance environment
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SUN and Pegasus
• Basic understanding of supplier documentation and compliance requirements (e.g., BEE, VAT,
Company registration documentation)