We are aiding the search for our client who is looking for a procurement manager. They will manage the procurement of equipment purchases of items in Engineering design phase 1 in our world class solar PV systems. These include Solar PV modules, inverters, generators, storage equipment and other items.
In this exciting role, you will play an integral role in ensuring that the company stays within budgets and
operates efficiently, with competitive pricing and timeous delivery being key priorities. While ensuring
adherence to our company procurement quality policies, this role includes a macro procurement view
across all projects in our pipeline. A drive for attractive deals by establishing long term, high quality
partnerships with trusted suppliers and subcontractors is an excellent attribute to have in this role, as we
aim for optimal pricing agreements with bulk procurement, to ensure that our systems stay the best in the
business.
Responsibilities:
- The Procurement Manager will proactively support the wider team’s core procurement and purchasing activities including (but not necessarily limited to);
- Key player in supplier and subcontractor vetting procedures alongside COO. This would need to be done for any country in Africa which requires an installed system. Vet suppliers and products that has been requested for use by the Engineering Department.
- Keep pricelists updated for Engineering Department to use for detailed project costing.
- Drive & develop project Bill of Quantities (BOQ) in conjunction with Engineering Department.
- Handover project procurement list (BOQ) to Project Management Dept.
- Project budget review and signatory on behalf of Engineering Department.
- Driving and monitoring credit applications with suppliers.
- Liaises with key company employees to determine their product and service needs.
- Monitors business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times.
- Nurtures relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for company.
- Identifies and researches potential new suppliers.
- Research new products and services to meet company's goals.
- Assesses total costs of company purchases.
- Develops and implements strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing products and monitoring stock levels.
- Company stock & inventory management.
- Ensure all duties listed above are implemented across all Company Branches in Africa.
- Adhere to company ISO 9001 & 45001 Compliances
Requirements
- People person
- Good at networking
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Superior organisational skills
- Good business instincts
- Good negotiator
- Financial analysis skills
- Logistics skills
- Strategic planning abilities
- Specialised industry knowledge
- A minimum tertiary qualification of B.Com.
Benefits
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Morne Gaven at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:
- Alternatively, apply via our portal and email
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
