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South Africa: Procurement Officer / Buyer




Date 2024-06-25
Job Title Procurement Officer / Buyer
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Salary Market related salary
Category Admin Clerical Secretarial
Location ZA
/ South Africa

Job Summary

Procure goods, materials, and services to ensure that the company operational needs are met, considering price, quality, and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply. Key performance areas: General and Task Management: Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets. Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations. Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities. Monitor and advise on any issues which 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. Prepare reports and updates as and when required. Supplier Management: Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvements. Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods. Prepare and raise purchase orders and order schedules. Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications. Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships. Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures and guidance during supplier negotiations and contracts award process. Market Research and evaluation: Conduct research for new components and suppliers. Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation. Assess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure contract compliance. Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues. Qualifications and Experience: Completed Degree / National diploma in Commerce, Supply Chain / Logistics / Business Management Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) or similar qualification or studying towards CIPS qualification would be advantageous. Previous experience of working in a purchasing team preferably within a wood industry or manufacturing environment 6 Years experience in a sourcing capacity Strong knowledge of applicable commercial legislation Experience with an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is essential Skills and Attributes: Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers. Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills. Analytical, numerically astute with strong demonstrated problem-solving abilities. A good understanding of Supply Chain processes Able to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and achieve set targets. Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the production, manufacture, and customer order fulfilment Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations. Keen attention to detail and accuracy

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