Procurement Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

Sourcing Suppliers: Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, conducting market research, and establishing relationships with vendors to ensure the availability of quality goods and services.

Material Requisition and Purchase Orders: Generating material requisitions based on project requirements, issuing purchase orders, and tracking order status to ensure timely delivery and availability of materials.

Vendor Selection and Negotiation: Assessing vendor proposals, negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing to obtain the best value for the organization while ensuring compliance with quality standards and delivery schedules.

Quality Assurance: Collaborating with suppliers to establish quality standards, conducting inspections, and monitoring product quality to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.

Cost Management: Analyzing costs, budgeting, and forecasting procurement expenses, optimizing purchasing processes to reduce costs while maintaining quality standards and delivery timelines.

Contract Management: Managing supplier contracts, including reviewing terms and conditions, resolving contract disputes, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Risk Management: Identifying potential risks in the procurement process, developing mitigation strategies, and implementing measures to minimize risks related to supply chain disruptions, quality issues, or cost overruns.

Collaboration with Stakeholders: Working closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, provide procurement support, and ensure alignment with project objectives.

Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining accurate records of procurement activities, preparing reports on procurement performance, inventory levels, and cost savings, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

INTERNAL / EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS

English is normal language

Mandarin or Afrikaans will be preferred

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering University

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Procurement Engineer field

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / FEATURES

Strong communication, coordination and follow-up skill.