Purchasing Manager

Timeously prepare price estimations for quotation (RFQ’s)
Negotiate and place purchase orders for manufacture, spare parts and repairs which must include of Engineering
Scope of Work (SOW) Creation and Quality Control Plan (QCP) with view on placement of order
Obtain drawings, bill of materials (BOM) and paint specifications of spares from Engineering. Must adhere/comply with Safety Instructions on drawing
Analyse the local availability of material and check for equivalent and propose to engineering department for approval
Develop local sourcing of manufactured items with the QA/QC person and Engineering
Prepare estimation sheets (BOMs) on SAP and Excel for Spare Parts, repairable and sub- assemblies
Expedite all orders placed and manage suppliers with KPIs
Update the progress report of supplier deliveries on a weekly basis
Order tools, consumables and items for the maintenance of buildings, vehicles etc. when required
Assist engineering with pricing on projects for manufactured items and specific equipment rental
Analyse stock of items for repairable and define re-ordering quantities on a monthly basis
Working in accordance with company Directives and Guidelines and  policies and procedures
Evaluate engineering and manufacturing suppliers with the QA/QC inspector on a Quarterly basis
Working on cost saving initiatives for the company
Participate and comply with Supplier and Contractor Management requirements
Education & Qualifications
Matric
Atisan / Technician qualification would be advantageous
Purchasing certificate / Diploma


Relevant Experience
SAP would be advantageous

5 - 7 years’ experience as a technical buyer in a manufacturing/production environment