Technical Procurement Buyer (JB4761)
Krugersdorp, Gauteng
R25 100 to R27 100 a month CTC
Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buyer with an eco-friendly, multi-award-winning company specializing in on-site, dry sanitation toilet systems that operate without the need for water or chemicals. These innovative systems are designed for the benefit of diverse communities and can be installed virtually anywhere. This is a Supportive role to the Heads of Departments (HODs) in the task of buying. Identify suppliers that can deliver manufacturing components which meet the required design parameters and quality to fulfil the company warranty statement on products sold. This is extended to sourcing suppliers that will enable the company to complete the onsite installation of the companies Non-Sewered Sanitation Systems to a high standard of quality. Build relationships with suppliers to understand their quality standards, capacity and delivery lead times.
Minimum Requirements:
- Own transport required
- National Diploma in Supply Chain Management or similar
- Minimum of 3 years in a buying role within the manufacturing industry and project environments.
- Experience sourcing suppliers and parts in African countries
- Knowledge in Water components and Electrical components
- Excellent knowledge in ISO9001 standards
- Strong numeracy and financial acumen
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Assertiveness and strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favourable terms and pricing
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Analytical skills to assess market trends, supplier performance, and cost analysis
- Proactive and resourceful
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Pastel Accounting
- Excellent knowledge in Procurement policies and procedures
- Quality control procedures with a working knowledge of ISO9001
- Supply chain fundamentals, including inventory management, lead times, and distribution channels
- Detail-oriented and committed to quality
- Highly organized, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making
- Trustworthy and ethical in supplier interactions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Resilient and adaptable to handle changing priorities and urgent requests
- Regular interaction in a factory environment
- Occasional site visits to installations in urban and rural locations across South Africa, alongside Business Development Consultants
- Potential for occasional travel in Africa
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Continuously seek new suppliers to improve the supply chain
- Identify regional suppliers, such as contractors and solar providers, for installation support
- Source regional suppliers for water deliveries
- Analyse and evaluate suppliers regularly according to ISO9001 standards
- Maintain supplier contact information and contracts
- Track supplier lead times and share with stores
- Obtain multiple quotes where possible
- Select suppliers that meet company objectives of design parameters, quality, price, and service
- Collaborate with the order placer to choose the appropriate supplier
- Acquire necessary authority to place orders
- Receive purchase orders from company departments, capture them in the accounting software, and communicate with suppliers
- Follow up on purchase orders by reviewing outstanding orders regularly
- Receive stock with the stores team to ensure quality standards are met
- Follow up with suppliers on any quality issues
- Maintain records of warranty policies and certificates for received items
- Handle warranty administration and documentation with suppliers
- Monitor the movement of warranty stock between suppliers and the company
- Communicate professionally with all suppliers
- Treat suppliers with dignity and respect
- Build strong relationships across the company
- Share supplier feedback and provide input on necessary changes
- Follow all company policies and procedures
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