Buyer

2 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Howden Full time

The Big Picture:
James Howden Holdings, a division of Howden Africa (Pty) Ltd is looking for an experienced Buyer responsible for the sourcing, negotiation and purchasing of raw materials, finished products and Services required by the various projects and contracts (NB and AFM)and ensuring that the delivery, quality, and specifications requirements are met. Purchasing of all office requirements and any adhoc for the business.

What needs to be done?
- Source and negotiate prices and purchase for materials listed on BOM or drawings, from suppliers to ensure that the company gets the best price without compromising quality, on time and according to prescribed standards, all under guidance of Technical Specialists.
- Process AX orders with suppliers who meet the set criteria to ensure that orders are delivered on time and according to set standards.
- Verify orders against purchasing requisitions to ensure that there are no mistakes on the documents, according to set standards and within agreed time framework.
- Liaise with suppliers to expedite deliveries to ensure that the suppliers meet the agreed delivery dates.
- Provide feedback to Project Manager/Engineer on the status of orders to ensure that they are advised beforehand when orders are not going to be delivered as expected, on time, according to set standards.
- Update and maintain all procurement related or relevant AX data to set standards.
- Attend to supplier queries to ensure that problems are resolved before they escalate. Arrange for returns to suppliers and credits where required. Monitor supplier performance and provide feedback to suppliers
- Identify new suppliers for product and services by conducting market research.
- Evaluate spend per commodity spend and consider long terms agreements.
- Promote cost saving opportunities with suppliers. Review and analyse price increases. Issue tenders, compile adjudications, conduct clarifications meetings and responses to suppliers.
- Ensure the Suppliers BBBEE certificates are current to maximize the company BEE status.
- Ensure adherence to health and safety standards in compliance with company policy to ensure a safe working environment.
- Adhere to Sarbanes Oxley and AX controls.

What do you need to bring?
- Purchasing Diploma or equivalent qualification
- Computer literate and proficiency in AX system(Buyer role) and MS Office
- At least 3 years of experience in the engineering, manufacturing and project environments
- 5 years’ experience as a Buyer
- Technical knowledge of drawings and of product will be an added advantage
- Good communication and negotiation skills
- Understanding of Forex requirements
- Ability to work under pressure.

What will you get in return?

You will have the opportunity to work for a global engineering organisation in a challenging and dynamic role with great career development opportunities. We offer a competitive salary along with a benefits package.

About us:
Worldwide business - Liaise with our colleagues in 27 countries.

We offer global and local opportunities
- 6000 employees and world leading engineers, who create cutting edge developments - You will be a part of over 160 years of innovation and development that continues today with our digital solutions. At Howden, we have a strong corporate identity and purpose - You will be a member of our team, shaping the future of the world and tackling some of the most pressing issues facing the planet.

Our products and organisation are Revolving Around You - Our culture promotes individual development to enhance our most important asset - our people.

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