Buyer Ii

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)

Sourcing of goods and services as per specified requirement using tactical sourcing method;
Following a three-quote system and an adjudication process for all purchases;
Converting purchase requisition to purchase orders, in line with procure to pay process;
Managing queries related to procure to pay process;
Ensuring that all outstanding orders are followed up on and closed off the system where applicable;
Executing end-to-end RFX’s within indirect (Tender Process, RFQ, RFI, RFP and RFI );
Price adjustment implementation according to Komatsu policies and procedures;
Maintaining SAP pricing and sourcing master data according to the implemented sourcing strategies;
Implementing and improve sourcing strategies to ensure cost and continuous improvement;
Identifying savings opportunities and prepare monthly savings report; and
Ensuring the procurement of goods and services is consistent with the procurement policy and business requirements.

Minimum Skills required.

Grade 12;
Must have a Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management or at least NQF level 6 qualification;
3-5 years’ experience in procurement of industrial commodities in manufacturing environment;
Good understanding of vendor on-boarding & procedures and material master data related requests;
Must have working knowledge of contracts, RFx and BBBEE;
Must have SAP R/3 experience;
Computer literate in MS Office suit; and
Must have driver’s license and own reliable transport.

Behavioural Competencies required.

Excellent problem solving, analytical skills and commercially minded;
Must have interpersonal skills, and a bility to work within a team setup;
Ability to organize workload, adapt quickly to change, and deliver under the pressure of deadlines; and
Must have s trong negotiation skills.

Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.