Commodity Specialist
2 weeks ago
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Specification (not totally inclusive)
Analyzing commodities: build and maintain TCO, BCC matrix, usage analysis, and spend analysis; Analyzing supplier market, build and maintain its matrix, cost model, technological developments, and commercial trends; Ensuring the procurement of goods and services is consistent with the procurement policy and business requirements; Managing contracts to ensure all terms are complied with; and drawing up contracts and getting approval when required; Participating in identifying and implementing cost reduction initiatives; Analyzing price adjustment requests, negotiating, and recommending prices changes; Monitoring supplier performance via SAP and address deviation; Scheduling, facilitating, and chairing monthly management meetings with suppliers; Participating in determining commodity and sourcing strategies; Identifying suppliers, drawing up and issuing RFQ's; and Evaluating tenders and participating in supplier selection.Minimum Skills required.
Grade 12; Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Engineering is required; At least five years' experience working in procurement of industrial commodities in Manufacturing/Engineering environment; Sound knowledge of strategic sourcing practices and processes in a commodity management environment; An exposure to Strategic Sourcing i.e., Facilitating First Articles is essential; Sound understanding of Preferential Procurement; Ability to interpret technical concepts; SAP/R3 experience and; must be computer literate in MS office suit (advanced excel); and Valid driver's license and own transport.Behavioural Competencies required.
Must have good leadership skills and can communicate at all levels; Must have good interpersonal, relationship building and negotiation skills; Excellent problem solving, analytical skills and commercially minded; and Must be agile and able to prioritize work tasks to support business requirements.Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.
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