Procurement Specialist (FTC)

SUMMARY:
Our large manufacturer client in Richards Bay is requiring an experienced Procurement Specialist for a one-year contract, to take responsibility to ensure the right goods & services are secured on time, at the best possible prices in line with production requirements and approved management guidelines.

POSITION INFO:
Key Functions

• Purchases goods, materials, and services in line with the specified cost, quality and delivery targets
• Communicates any supply problems, which may affect the business, while problem solving where possible
• Ensures compliance to the company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures which includes but is not limited to -obtaining quotes, price checks and price
• negotiations, raising purchase orders, expediting deliveries and sourcing alternative suppliers
• Implements and maintains support services programs and initiatives in the procurement of goods, materials and services
• Takes a practical role in the optimization of systems and resources in the procurement process
• Monitors process conditions, systems conditions and trends to improve productivity and efficiency relating to procurement
• Liaises with relevant stakeholders such as suppliers, management and other departments
• Resolves price and invoice issues with Suppliers when required
• Prepares reports and updates as and when required
• Optimize cost saving initiatives in procurement

• Tertiary education in Procurement (Degree or CIPS L6), or similar equivalent qualification, minimum NQF 6
• At least 5 years procurement experience involving negotiation and dealing with suppliers and customers within a manufacturing industry
• Capex procurement and shut down procurement experience are essential, as are drafting of Fidic and NEC contracts
• Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. SAP experience will be highly advantageous.
• Tender & RFQ prior exposure highly advantageous