Senior Buyer

Location: Port ElizabethSalary: R36 000 to R43 000 per month commensurate with experience and qualificationQualifications / Requirements:Diploma in Purchasing Management or equivalentMinimum of 5 years’ experience with relevant purchasing knowledge of manufacturing and Engineering materials and equipmentAnalytical skills coupled with strong problem-solving ability and attention to detailMRP/ERP systems experienceBe available to work outside normal working hours at short noticeKey Performance Areas:Responsible for the procurement of various products, raw materials and other supplies for internal consumption from local and international suppliersResponsible for the procurement of maintenance goods, services, machinery, equipment, non-stock and various consumable products from local and international suppliersResponsible for supply contracts in accordance with specified policies and proceduresResponsible for service contracts with OEM suppliersReview and processing of MRP related requirementsReview and processing of SIC related requirementsReview and processing of CAPEX ordersReview and processing of Purchase requisitionsReview and processing of special orders for customersExpediting of outstanding orders and administering overcharges and breakageResponsible for ensuring that all import clearing and landed costs are processed in accordance with specified policies and proceduresAssist with the development and implementation of various purchasing procedures, inventories, accounts, proposals and similar preparationsRequest inventory counts and/or stock checks where appropriateEvaluate inventory levels and make necessary adjustments to system to prevent over stocking/out of stock situationsObtaining and negotiating prices, delivery, terms and sources of supply in accordance with specified policies and proceduresMonitor supplier performance with regards delivery, quality and quantity and maintain recordsUtilize the automated purchasing system for the processing of appropriate documentationAssist in the identification and establishment of sources of supply and the inspection of samplesDevelop and maintain raw material and product evaluation spreadsheets