Job Description

Our client an industrial manufacturer based in Richards Bay KZN, is seeking to appoint a Procurement Specialist to take responsibility to ensure the right goods & services are effectively procured on time and at the best possible price, in order to meet their production requirements.Main Responsibilities and Duties

• Purchasing of commodities, materials, and other services as required by the plant.
• Purchasing goods, materials, and services in line with the specified cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Communicate any supply problems, which may affect the business, while problem solving where possible.
• Ensure compliance to the company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures - which includes but is not limited to -obtaining quotes, price checks and price negotiations, raising purchase orders, expediting deliveries and sourcing alternative suppliers.
• Implement and maintain support services programs and initiatives in the procurement of goods, materials and services.
• Optimize systems and resources in the procurement
• Monitor process conditions, systems conditions and trends to improve productivity and efficiency relating to procurement.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders such as suppliers, management and other
• Resolve price and invoice issues with Suppliers when
• Prepare reports and updates as and when
• Optimise cost saving initiatives in

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Procurement (Degree or CIPS L6), or similar equivalent qualification
• Minimum NQF level 6
• 5+ Years experience in a procurement, commercial and supply chain or related field that involves negotiation and dealing with suppliers and customers within a manufacturing industry. Procurement experience will be preferred.
• SAP experience will be highly advantageous.
• Tender & RFQ prior exposure highly advantageous
• Valid South African Drivers License

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