Senior Buyer

Qualifications: A National Diploma in Purchasing Management/Supply Chain Management or equivalent. Minimum of 5 years experience with relevant purchasing knowledge of raw materials with complex specifications, including stainless steel and imports. LN Infor system (or another MRP/ERP system) experience related to purchasing and BOMs. A Track record of cost saving initiatives. A sound computer Knowledge ( MS office, excel, power point) Be prepared to complete an assessment and interview process. Duties: Responsible for the purchasing various goods including machinery, equipment, raw materials and/or other supplies for internal consumption. Reviewing purchase orders, assessing with other departments to verify orders, contacting vendors and evaluating bids/quotations offered by suppliers. Assisting with the development and implementation of various purchasing procedures, inventories, accounts, proposals and similar preparations. Process special orders for customers. Request inventory counts and/or stock checks where appropriate. Obtaining and negotiating prices, delivery, terms and sources of supply in accordance with specified policies and procedures. Ensure and maintains daily outputs. Communicates effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow. Verify charges indicated on purchase orders and requisitions against cost center accounts. Verify bids offered on "substitute" items against specifications and, if necessary, with ordering departments. Utilize the ERP system ie automated purchasing system (LN Infor) in the processing of appropriate documentation. Evaluate and review bids/quotations submitted by suppliers. Monitor supplier performance with regards delivery, quality and quantity. Assist in the identification and establishment of sources of supply and the inspection of samples. Expedite goods by contacting vendors regarding shortages and administering overcharges and breakage, etc. Investigate information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications. Develop and maintain files of reference materials such as supply catalogues and brochures. Use computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word-processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments and provide reports. Perform any other incidental tasks, as needed.

Location: Port Elizabeth, ZA

Posted Date: 4/13/2024