Buyer/Purchaser

We are ideally seeking a candidate that is honest, loyal and has integrity,

with expertise and qualifications in the following areas:-

Degree/Diploma in purchasing, supply chain or relevant commercial qualification adefinite advantage

FULLY Computer Literate

At least 5 plus years experience in a purchasing environment

Technical Background in terms of purchasing, a factory environment, etc.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

A go-getter!

Willing to travel as may be required!

Customer orientated!

Attention to detail an absolute must!

Kroschu purchasing and system experience a definite advantage The successful candidate will be responsible for the:-

Purchasing / ordering of all relevant equipment, consumables, material, etc. As may be required

Co-ordinate orders and payments with the Finance Department

Procurement of relevant production/maintenance tools, equipment, consumables etc.

Supplier management, i.e. monitor supplier performance to drive process, service, quality and financial improvements

Negotiate and ensure frame contracts are implemented for price value and stability

Understand cost structures and initiate cost saving activities/projects

Create PO’s for respective commodities, request order confirmation and expedite delivery

Participate in demand planning and forecasting for future tendering activities

RFQ on day to day requirements based on specification provided by the internal requestor

Support Sourcing Coordinator and Central/HQ with relevant procurement activities

Creation and Maintenance of system part numbers for accurate business planning purpose

Ensure purchasing policies and procedures are followed by reporting irregularities and/or deviations

Procurement of capex, commodities, spare parts and services – Globally for relevant plants

Responsible for planning, coordinating and administering procurement function, including solicitation, issuance and evaluation: purchasing of all commodities, services and construction and maintenance of supplier database Incumbents perform work requiring considerable independence, innovative and judgement to resolve a variety of complex procurement problems as may be applicable

Assist Central Purchasing Services as required

General duties as directed