Procurement Officer - Sir Lowry's Pass, South Africa - Merand Corbett & Associates

Description

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 beneficial
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


KRAs
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

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



Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted