Procurement Specialist/ Buyer

SUMMARY:
Role Purpose: To manage and optimise purchasing activities, ensuring goods and materials meet commercial terms, technical specifications, and delivery timelines. The role supports procurement operations by coordinating processes, maintaining accurate records, and building strong supplier and client relationships.
Travel: Moderate across Africa

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Source and evaluate suppliers, comparing offerings to meet requirements. Verify quotes and purchase orders against commercial and technical specifications before release. Maintain accurate records of quotes, POs, and procurement data in SAP or similar systems. Coordinate procurement processes and track timely receipt of orders. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring documentation and quality standards are met. Monitor supplier performance and address poor performance. Maintain positive client relationships, conduct assessments, and attend client meetings. Resolve procurement‑related queries efficiently and cost‑effectively. Review open order and expediting reports, taking action on overdue items. Ensure compliance with QMS, Health & Safety, and drive continuous improvement. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Quotes to order conversion rate RFQ turnaround time Quote to sales order turnaround time Query resolution turnaround time Supplier satisfaction levels Client retention and revenue growth Zero workplace safety incidents Qualifications & Experience Tertiary education in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Commerce. 2-3 years' experience in procurement, expediting, or logistics. Minimum 5 years' sourcing and procurement experience, ideally in mining and industrial sectors. Skills & Attributes Proficiency in SAP and procurement systems. Strong negotiation and problem‑solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and execution‑driven. Team player with ability to work autonomously.

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