Senior Buyer

SUMMARY:
New Vacancy Alert!
Our leading client in the Automotive Sector is looking to employ a Senior Buyer to join their dynamic team in Gqeberha/ Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description:

• Carry out the defined sourcing strategy (e.g., category analysis, negotiation, selection & contracting).
• Understand business requirements and develop a strategic procurement plan for assigned spend with guidance from the GM: Supply Chain.
• Analyze the category spend, supply market and utilize the cost models created by the GM: Finance.
• Conduct the clients RFI/Q processes and support in negotiations with suppliers, business stakeholders and internal clients to select suppliers and draft suitable contracts with service/delivery agreements.
• Compile procurement motivations for approval of RFI/Q awards ensuring compliance with client procurement policy and procedures.

• CIPS NQF 6
• Academic – Analytical skill, Operations management skill, Commercial acumen, Project Management, Problem solving, relevant 3-year tertiary qualification
• Leadership – Owning it! Taking the Client's perspective, Influencing others, Driving long-term results, Developing others.
• Personal Effectiveness –Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous learning
• Pragmatism – with an ability to think conceptually while maintaining a cost conscious and practical approach to using time and resources.
• Self-management – with attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow through.
• Function – 3+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Industry – Experience in freight, metal, automotive industry

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