TRAFFIC Gauteng

BUYER - MIDRAND - GAUTENG

Tych Business Solutions

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Job Description

Brief Job Description

Manage and continuously review the Purchase Order System, to ensure it is accurate, up to date and consistently meets the requirements of the business;
Purchase materials in line with inventory targets;
Timely and effective communication of forecasts and purchase orders to suppliers;
Continually review the overall "value" offered by existing suppliers and ensure that the Company's purchasing remains competitive.
Assist with regular re-negotiations of terms of business/service agreements and performance evaluation with suppliers, taking corrective action as required.
Management of vendors
Management of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders
Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time

Minimum Qualifications Needed

Diploma/Degree in supply chain (procurement)

Skills/Competencies Needed

Ability to work under pressure and to tight schedules;
Strong organisational and administration skills.

Experience Needed

Minimum 5 years relevant experience in buying/procurement, within a mining environment
Excellent understanding of efficient materials flow and best practice
Experience in dealing with suppliers
Strong track record of negotiating procurement / buying terms
High level of computer literacy, to include MS PowerPoint

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About This Role

Career insights for Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products positions

Salary Benchmark

$71,950/year

Source: O*NET (USD)

Job Outlook

This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Key Skills for This Role

Critical Thinking Speaking Active Listening Judgment and Decision Making Negotiation

Common Technologies

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Microsoft Access 365 Oracle Database Cloud Service Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Cloud-based ERP systems Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central SAP S/4HANA HCL Notes

Related Career Paths

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