Technical Buyer

SFG Engineering • Other • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa • 3w ago

Production

meetings, prepare correspondence and reports; may fill in for other classes as assigned.
◼ Undertake special tasks, from time to time, as deemed necessary.
◼ Monitor & tracking cost savings & ensure reporting.
◼ Expedite of all Purchase Orders to ensure that delivery expectations are met.
◼ Improve BBBEE ratings by using BBBEE suppliers and supporting BBBEE enterprise development.

Qualifications and Experience
◼ Matric
◼ Minimum 2-3 years purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment or similar industry.
◼ Technical Background. Ability to identify, categorize and understand technical information — drawings would be an advantage
◼ Purchasing Diploma or Degree would be an advantage
◼ Computer Literacy — Ms Excel.
◼ Knowledge of SYSPRO

Special Requirements
◼ Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
◼ Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, including formal communication and making presentations.
◼ Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
◼ A sense of urgency with a strong customer service orientation.
◼ Understand the requirements & constraints of the plant and act decisively to shape its outcome by influencing suppliers, transportation & sourcing through execution.
◼ Knowledge of exchange Rates and Inco terms for import orders
◼ Ensure that quotations are requested according to the procurement policy within 48 hours of receipt from Internal stakeholders.
◼ Ensure that feedback is given to requester’s regarding the details of all quotations within 24 hours of receipt to enable requester’s to decide on the best quotation.

Working Conditions
◼ Predominantly office based.
◼ Is subject to work beyond normal working hours, evenings, weekends and holidays should the need arise.
◼ Required to attend and participate in continuing educational programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession

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