Buyer - Pump Operations

Would you like to take this opportunity to influence the industry towards a more responsible use of the world’s natural resources?

At Metso Outotec you will join a supportive and inclusive network of colleagues from around the world. There will always be a chance for you to learn and try something new.
This is your invitation to rise above what was possible yesterday.

**Job posting end date**: 21 April 2023

A position has become available for a Buyer - Pump Operations based in Vereeniging, Gauteng __________________________________________

JOB STATEMENT

Supports the procurement and production planning process. Responsible for updating and maintaining Master Data based on quotations and pricing received. Responsible to support planning process, subcon po’s and control duties by recording the movement of products, through the production process against pre-planned schedules.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement
Assist with SAP related queries
Update Purchase Information Records on SAP
Update Fixed vendor on SAP
Update Material Master with BOM cost when required
Update Material Master, e.g., purchasing group, special procurement key, lead-time
Retain all relevant correspondence by e-filing or hard copies and attach relevant info on SAP
Check BOM’s for YC and Y9 blocks on SAP and compile list for sourcing purposes - to be submitted to Procurement Manager
Submit drawing requests on JD and follow up progress
Follow up on progress of RFQ’s, when required
Create and manage Sub Con PO for outsource partner for Pump Operations only
Expedite outstanding PO’s with Operative Purchasers for on time delivery for BOM components
Adhere to Safety policies, procedures, and work instructions
Compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Act
Ensure Personal Protective Equipment is used as required
Manage the housekeeping in area of responsibility
Perform other duties as required by Procurement Manager and Pumps Operations Manager

Planning Production

Adhere to Pump Manufacturing norms and operating principles.
Develop shortage lists against sub con Purchase Orders’ demands and expedite with buyers
Ensuring outstanding spares for jobs are expedited and picked by the warehouse.
Manage vendor stock on a bi-weekly basis
Manage virtual receipt process from start to finish
Perform other duties as required by the Planning Manager of the Planning function.
Attend weekly meetings with Mo team and outsource partner

Planning Production - Backup / Stand in

Determine shipping commitment dates and communicate to sales
Create Job files that needs to be actioned by Outsource partner
Generate picking lists for DHL to execute
Maintain jobs and make requisitions on business system
Take immediate action on non-conformance reports and Engineering change notices
Analyse Sub con PO variances and close Sub Con jobs as required
Resolve job variances and costing
Organizing pumps to be painted through sub-contractor
Report and ensuring spares are available for picking
Accumulating information and organizing information for customer liaison
- project feedback
Assist in breakdowns
Expediting air and sea freight with the logistic department

RELATIONSHIPS

Report directly to the Procurement and Sourcing Manager
Assist Planning Manager when required

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL INTERFACES

Internal Sales Engineers, Buyers, Sourcing personnel, Expeditors, Production Engineers and Production staff.
Planning Manager
Key Global and Local customers within the BL & Key suppliers.

POSITION SPECIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, competency and /or ability required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Matric (Grade 12)
Experience working with Suppliers and Customer in an integrated global supply chain
5/7 years’ experience working in the mining industry or relevant
3 Years’ experience in a SAP as a Production Co-ordinator / Administrator / Buyer
Computer literate especially

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Detail-orientated behaviours are required
Strong drive, and performance orientation
Ability to work in a team atmosphere
Well Spoken and ability to stay calm and focused under high pressure situations
Attention to detail and a sense of urgency-oriented behaviors are required
Highly motivated individual with the ability to work under pressure understand time frames and meet deadlines
Self-motivated / performance driven focus on providing excellent customer service
Prepared to work flexible work hours to meet deadlines when required
Strong communication, co-operation and interpersonal skills to manage internal and external interfaces

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