Job Description

Job Title:

Purchasing Administrator

Location:

Gqeberha

Job Type:

Full-time

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administer and engage in negotiations with suppliers to optimize costs, terms, services, delivery requirements, and flexibility strategies.

Implement and maintain contract agreements, incorporating terms and conditions, to secure competitive prices, guarantee punctual delivery, and negotiate favourable payment terms.

Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends and integrate market intelligence into sourcing and supplier negotiations.

Address 1st-level escalations for supplier compliance concerns, including delivery, quality, and communication issues.

Regularly communicate supplier evaluations to ensure effective resolution of concerns and acknowledgment of positive performance

Drive continuous improvement across relevant supplier metrics

Propose and implement enhancements for procurement activities

Assist internal stakeholders in meeting requirements promptly and adding value-added services.

Support proposals and special projects as directed by management

Obtain management approval for all purchases before processing.

Ensure accurate data entry into the Purchasing System as necessary.

Maintain departmental files and catalog library

Handle comprehensive administrative tasks within the department

Fulfil ad hoc tasks assigned by the department head.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have Grade 12 and relevant qualification

2-3 years of Administrative role and Purchasing experience is essential

Automotive Manufacturing Industry working experience, preferably in a similar role

Proficient Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel graphs, PowerPoint)

Well-developed communication skills

Join our team and become part of a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of the automotive industry. Apply now to

recruitment@baicsa.co.za

with your updated resume.

: When submitting your application, please use the job title in the subject heading.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities. Preference will be given to applicants in line with our current employment equity plan and targets.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application as being unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/06/11