Technical BUYER

We are looking for a Qualified Buyer with exceptional negotiation and communication skills to take on the responsibility of TECHNICAL BUYER – to be tasked with all procurement required in line with specified cost, quality, lead-times and HSE protocols. 

The ideal candidate will be supportive, resilient, computer savvy and have at least 3 years of experience in buying / procurement with the ability to operate with Oracle, JD Edwards or SAP.

Note: This role may require travel to different branches, thus a driver’s license and willingness to fly will be important.

SUMMARY OF ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish and maintain an approved vendor list together with the Management representatives.
• Assist in sourcing products/services and evaluating new vendors.
• Ensuring that the Group Contracts Management procedure is followed.
• Ensuring that the goods, materials, components, or services purchased from the approved Vendor List are in accordance with the Purchase Requisition and are at the best TCO & contract conditions
• Meet the savings plan and other Key Performance Indicators (KPI) of the Department.
• Handle the Request for Quotations (RFQ) processes as per the Procurement procedure.
• Assist in sourcing of products and services. Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations.
• Maintain a professional relationship with suppliers.
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on the purchasing process and new projects and activities.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers to make business savings.
• Participate actively in the supplier’s selection and undertake performance reviews.
• Monitor and advise on any issues which may present risk or opportunity to the organisation.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers.
• Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities.
• Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvements.
• Make sure that all Purchase Orders are processed timeously within the Company ERP System
• Ensure that all orders are approved by authorised signatories before processing following the Delegation of Authority limit.
• Preparing compliant purchase orders and drawing outstanding purchase order reports
• Email the POs to the selected supplier copying the person who requested the order.
• Communicate any delay or potential delay on orders to the relevant stakeholders.
• File all documents/communication related to the POs.
• Distribute documentation/information to the relevant departments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCE:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Buying/Procurement.
• Minimum Qualification: NQF6 Diploma or Degree in Procurement / Logistics / Supply Chain Management
• Must have a valid drivers licence and ideally own reliable vehicle
• Must be willing to travel to Cape Town occassionally
• Membership of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) - advantageous
• Competence with ERP software, especially Oracle/JD Edwards or SAP is an advantage
• Computer literate (Google sheet/Excel, Google docs/Word) with speed and accuracy.
• Confident with excellent communications & negotiation skills
• Team player with a positive attitude who actively promotes a positive work environment