Technical Buyer

Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


  • 5 years experience in a similar role
  • Computer literacy: MS Office Suite (Especially Excel), SAP and MS Outlook
  • Diploma in purchasing, supply chain or relevant trade test and technical buying experience
  • Procurement, SCM, Financial and Management Courses
  • Technical/Manufacturing environment experience
  • Work in consultation with Engineering and Maintenance teams to identify, develop and implement SLAs with appropriate vendors and service providers
  • Work in conjunction with the warehouse manager, engineering and maintenance teams and procurement department to establish standard stock requirements and set minimum and maximum stock levels
  • In consultation with Senior Procurement Officer, establish and follow yearly tender process for stock products and establish consignment stock or stock holding
  • Communicate with production and engineering teams to determine required materials, tools and equipment necessary for Shutdown or projects is sourced and carried in stock
  • Carry out various tasks delegated by the Senior Procurement Officer accurately and within deadlines
  • Consult with workshop and stores supervisors to ensure minimum stock levels of spares, equipment and consumables is adhered to and replenished timeously
  • Follow and adhere to company procurement policies
  • Liaise with Senior Procurement Officer regarding any price increases, non-conformance with SLA or supply failures
  • Liaise with the Finance department regarding pricing, payments and shortages and GIT
  • Update SAP system with costs, amounts and product types
  • Compile and complete SLAs, Vendor Credit Applications, and any related documentation
  • Conduct regular supplier audits and price checks
  • Research and source new/better/cheaper products and suppliers and present new ideas to SCM management team
  • Record stock and spares levels, and usage and report concerns
  • Driver's License and own vehicle
  • Willing to travel

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1285880
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal - Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned