Platinum Group Metal Consultant

The PGM (Platinum Group Metal) Consultant is a key strategic and operational role responsible for managing Platinum Group Metals (PGM) procurement and inventory processes across the Group and its partners.

The position plays a pivotal role in managing PGM (Platinum Group Metals) procurement and inventory, supporting various teams with forecasts and problem-solving, and ensuring the uninterrupted supply of key components.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify discrepancies in PGM Pool Inventory volumes at all Coaters and Canners and ensure timely corrections by performing monthly SAP variance reports and confirming accurate price levels.
• Conduct year-end physical inventory audits at each Canner location to verify stock accuracy.
• Analyze inventory requirements by confirming supplier quantities to maintain continuity in the PGM supply chain.
• Prepare and present the Financial Liquidity Report for approval to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Prepare and issue PGM Purchase Order Authorisations to PGM traders via SAP to ensure the timely availability of PGMs.
• Review and approve PGM purchase invoices received from suppliers, verifying alignment with pre-approved pricing parameters.
• Issue PGM sales invoices generated in SAP to PGM exporters to secure timely financial recovery within stipulated cost-model timelines.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials in SAP for each component, ensuring accurate specification levels to prevent over- or under-recovery.
• Prepare and submit the Annual PGM Inventory Forecast to the Strategic Finance Planning Team to support optimal inventory planning.
• Prepare and submit the Beneficiation License Register (Diamond Report) to the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator to ensure legislative compliance.
• Ensure alignment of selling price parameters between the Group and South African Coaters and Canners to maintain correct pricing structures.
• Manage supplier capacity by conducting site visits and liaising with local suppliers to support ongoing production of Group-nominated parts.
• Prevent potential line stoppages by providing support to Coaters and Canners and facilitating immediate or remedial actions to secure continuous production.
• Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts by engaging relevant stakeholders to mitigate operational risks.
• Develop and maintain work instructions for all PGM-related tasks and reporting processes.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Risk Assessment for all PGM-related tasks in collaboration with relevant departments to prevent operational and compliance risks.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• A Degree/National Diploma in the following disciplines Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management.

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