Technical Buyer

Main Duties include:

- Handle the Request for Quotations (RFQ) processes; prepare compliant and outstanding purchase orders and reports; and confirm contract and price queries for the division and relevant categories.
- Participate actively in the supplier''s selection and undertake performance reviews.
- Ensure that the goods/services purchased are at the best TCO & contract conditions.
- Negotiating contracts with suppliers to make business savings and meet savings plan of the department.
- Ensure that the goods and services purchased are in accordance with the Purchase Requisition.
- Administering the LATIS/SAP By Design ERP System.
- Assist in sourcing products/services and evaluating new vendors.
- Ensure that the Group Contracts Management procedure is followed.
- Establish and maintain an approved vendor list with the management representatives.
- Confirming contract and price queries.
- File all records to enable quick and easy access.
- Adhere to all Company policies and procedures.
- Ensure total confidentiality of all information, internal and external, pertaining to the business of the Company, all it''s employees and management.

Criteria:

- Relevant Manufacturing or Engineering Diploma or Degree preferred.
- Procurement/Logistics/Supply Chain Management Certificate (NQF6), Diploma or Degree.
- Membership of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) - advantageous.
- 5 Years minimum experience in Buying/Procurement.
- Computer literate (Google sheet/Excel, Google docs/Word) with speed and accuracy.
- Competence with ERP software, especially Oracle/JD Edwards or SAP is an advantage.
- Good communication and negotiation skills.

**Salary**: R27,000.00 - R31,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Gauteng, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Diploma (required)

**Experience**:

- Buying/Procurement: 5 years (preferred)

Application Deadline: 2023/04/10