Purchasing Specialist – Engineering Project Support (Cape Town)

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Purchasing Specialist to form part of their supply chain team, with the ability to fit into the DNA of the company culture that is dynamic and embraces change.

POSITION INFO:

Job Specification;

Responsible for creating and implementing a sourcing strategy for selected components within a project

The interface between engineering teams and purchasing to support project prototype builds and production releases

This critical position will ensure on-time delivery of materials for prototype builds

Setting up the necessary supplier information in the MRP systems

Build strong relationships with both internal and external customers

Assist in building a plan that focuses on obtaining competitive pricing and identifying and executing cost reduction strategies

Drive negotiations for selected components and support the foundation of long-term contracts with key suppliers, understanding the market and forecasting pricing trends, and achieving financial goals

You will build relationships with all areas of the business including sales, operations, and engineering

This role is 70% tactical (issuing POs, expediting parts) and 30% strategic (negotiating, long-term contracts)

Responsible for sourcing of all components during new product development

Manage the material sourcing transition of new products from the prototype phase to production

Supports Engineering in sourcing components for prototype and validation builds

Creates and maintains purchase orders

Coordinates quote requests to suppliers

Manage all project-related supplier relations

Develop and implement a commodity strategy for new select components 

Follow strategy to source new parts at competitive prices which meet program targets

Forecast and manage costs of current and new parts

Identify and execute cost reduction strategies

Support internal and external customer needs while building lasting relationships

Support the Commodity leaders to develop contract terms that benefit the business''s needs and provide a competitive advantage

Flexible in supporting global supplier base to deliver viable solutions to the operational needs

Minimum Requirements;

Minimum of Bachelors, preferably with a strong technical understanding

1-5 years supply chain, purchasing, or buying experience with a high volume and highly complex products

Experience in utilizing fact-based data to drive decisions

Desire to gain strategic sourcing experience and develop standing and viable relationships

Strong negotiation skills

Self-starter and quick learner who requires minimal supervision and possesses good problem-solving skills

Strong time management and multitasking skills

Good in both verbal and written communication

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