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RS Recruitment Services is assisting a large MANUFACTURING company to source a RAW MATERIAL BUYER to be based in WESTMEAD, Durban. OUR CLIENT HAS GROWN INTO ONE OF THE LARGEST MANUFACTURERS OF FURNITURE IN SOUTH AFRICA, WITH MANUFACTURING PARTNERS IN CHINA, VIETNAM AND INDIA. APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE/BE THE FOLLOWING: Relevant qualification.At least 3+ years of work experience in a similar role in the manufacturing industry.Attention to detail.High degree of accuracy.Proactive thinker and planner.Excellent computer literacy. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Sourcing of new raw material suppliers.Negotiation of raw material pricing.Procurement of all raw materials for daily use (both local and offshore).Implementation of FIFO principles, minimum re-order levels.Responsible for accurate stock usage and accurate stock on hand information (system driven). REMUNERATION: Approximately R18 000 to R22 000 depending on experience and qualifications.To apply please:Send your CV in MS WORD FORMAT.Include a head and shoulders photo of yourself.Complete the application form which may be sent to you.(If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.)
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A chemical manufacturing company based in Durban is looking for a Chemical Buyer. Requirements include a tertiary qualification in supply chain / procurement, a diploma or degree in chemistry or chemical engineering is advantageous.
At least 5 years in a purchasing role in the chemical industry are essential, we are looking for accuracy, a team player, who has a proven track record of good analytical skills and building key strategic relationships with suppliers.
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An exciting opportunity for a Sales Executive has opened up for a client based in New Germany.
Identifying and Acquiring New BusinessMaintain and Grow Existing Customer base through cross selling and up selling including the correct package concept.Projects – Specialized solutions.Exceed monthly sales targets
Minimum, three years’ sales experience in the industrial sectorMinimum, two years’ experience in manufacturing/ process environment.Experience with technical products and or have mechanical exposure.At least a matric pass with mechanical/ technical drawing subjects –NQF 4/5 (preferable)Post matric technical slant NQF 6-7 level (ideal)Mechanical / process theory exposure (preferable)
Knowledge of the Syspro System and or a similar ERP systemMust be a good verbal communicator with relevant key pointsMust have ability to construct relevant structured reportsSales skills must include CRM or sales process experience.Ability to deal EFFECTIVELY with all levels of customer interaction (from buyers to production/maintenance staff to operational managers and senior management /ownersAbility to work as part of a team and to contribute accordinglyProspecting/Business Development experience.A technical aptitude albeit, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical.Strong planning skillsAbility to prioritise tasks/workload and control over administrative tasksAbility to draw out and focus on summary key drivers in a project
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An exciting opportunity for a Technical Sales Representative has opened up for a client based in New Germany.
Identifying and Acquiring New BusinessMaintain and Grow Existing Customer base through cross selling and up selling including the correct package concept.Projects – Specialized solutions.Exceed monthly sales targets
Minimum, three years’ sales experience in the industrial sectorMinimum, two years’ experience in manufacturing/ process environment.Experience with technical products and or have mechanical exposure.At least a matric pass with mechanical/ technical drawing subjects –NQF 4/5 (preferable)Post matric technical slant NQF 6-7 level (ideal)Mechanical / process theory exposure (preferable)
Knowledge of the Syspro System and or a similar ERP systemMust be a good verbal communicator with relevant key pointsMust have ability to construct relevant structured reportsSales skills must include CRM or sales process experience.Ability to deal EFFECTIVELY with all levels of customer interaction (from buyers to production/maintenance staff to operational managers and senior management /ownersAbility to work as part of a team and to contribute accordinglyProspecting/Business Development experience.A technical aptitude albeit, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical.Strong planning skillsAbility to prioritise tasks/workload and control over administrative tasksAbility to draw out and focus on summary key drivers in a projectSuccessful candidate must be a HUNTER, I am not looking for a Farmer or Key accounts
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To procure, monitor, control, Conduct spend analysis for Feltex Automotive Group (with plants in Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth and East London). The position reports into the Procurement Manager, and has 3 sub-ordinates (Senior Buyer, Buyer and Administrator)
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National Diploma (NQF 6) / BCom in Supply Chain Management (NQF 7)Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar roleFull tender process experience (essential)
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Procurement Management:
Ensure integrity and transparency in Supplier Management and SourcingAssist in the supervision of procurement administration employeesParticipate in the vendor approval process on SharePointAssist in identifying procurement synergies and opportunities to become more efficientFacilitate cross functional & cross plant communication forum to seek synergies and benchmarksImplement continuous improvement activities with suppliers to achieve supply base management targetsIdentify negotiation opportunities (cost benefits and terms and conditions)Research and benchmark procedures, processes, and practicesActively identify cost savings/avoidance opportunities using spend analysis, cost categorisation, vendor categorisation etc.Management and control of item master and creation of item codes with correct allocations to GL expenses
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Achieve agreed targets and work within agreed deadlines in line with Procurement objectivesAssist in the management of supplier contract amendments processCreate and maintain catalogues on the ERP system
BBBEE:
Optimise BBBEE spend through the identification of ED and SD suppliersCreate an awareness internally for end-users to use BEE vendorsProvide support in reporting of BBBEE procurement spendAssist in the co-ordination and collection of BBBEE evidence for company certification
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Compile tender documents and contracts and submit Request for Tender documents to identified suppliersCompile tender evaluation reports for presentation to tender Committee with recommendations and supporting informationEvaluate tenders by co-ordinating input from all role players to facilitate adjudication processParticipate in tender adjudication process according to the company procedureAnalyse quotes and make recommendationsConduct Supplier evaluations t...
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Our client a leader in the manufacture, distribution and provisioning of packaging and fastening solutions, based in New Germany, Durban; is currently looking to employ an experienced Technical Sales Rep.
An awesome career opportunity awaits.
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Minimum, three years’ sales experience in the industrial sector.At least a matric pass + Higher Education.Knowledge of the Syspro System and or a similar ERP systemMust be a good verbal communicator with relevant key points.Must have ability to construct relevant structured reports.Sales skills must include CRM or sales process experience.Ability to be able to deal EFFECTIVELY with all levels of customer interaction (from buyers to production/maintenance staff to operational managers and senior managementAbility to work as part of a team and to contribute accordingly.Prospecting / Business Development experience.A technical aptitude albeit, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical.Ability to priorities tasks/workload.Strong planning skills.Ability to prepare ahead of tasks (research/analysis).Ability to draw out and focus on summary key drivers in a project.Ability to be able to construct mind maps.Control over administrative tasks.
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Identifying and Acquiring New Business.Maintain and Grow Existing Customer base through cross selling and up selling including the correct package concept.Projects – Specialized solutions.Achieve if not exceed monthly sales targets.
Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.
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Our client is seeking a Buyer who has experience in the construction industry.Buildsmart experience is essential.
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Our client is seeking a Buyer who has experience in the construction industry.Buildsmart experience is essential.
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Qualification: Minimum matric or degree in any discipline. Experience: Direct selling experience in the medical field.Existing relationships with retail chain stores buyers/ independents, wholesalers would be a distinct advantage. Attributes: People/customer oriented, disciplined, meticulous in planning, willingness to learn new products, new markets, taking on new challenges, good problem-solving skills, and a natural go-getter.The ideal candidate would have a pleasing and enthusiastic disposition, willing to travel at short notice, meet new prospects, good presentation skills, a good communicator, and a good listener.Must be able to work in cross cultural and diversified group settings.
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Requirements: At least 2 years experience in a similar role.Relevant qualification.Must be able to CAD.Be computer literate. Duties and Responsibilities: Trend research for merchandisers buying trip.Photographing & numbering of overseas samples onto swift.Trend presentation preparation & presenting to customer. Assisting the merchandiser.Buyers briefing with the merchandiser.New developments.Prepare & send all swatches. Samples and all reference needed for factory to execute the style in briefing.Create & Load buyer briefs onto swift.Brief the factories over email.Brief additional packaging and information pertaining to each style.Updating packaging booklets every season.Send a copy of the original brief with original sample (if needed) along with colour swatches for lab dipping to supplier.Weekly Cad overview updates by style/program/customer.Checking of factory samples & lab dips against the brief (Merchandiser to be shown).Communication between customer & supplier on design/brief/colour/artwork.Returning & monitoring of overseas samples not used by customers.Filing of overseas samples/showing samples/meeting samples.Prepare copies of updated customer cad overviews for each customer to accompany customer production delivery reports (From Coordinator) each copy spiral bound together with header page.Rails cleaned at the end of every season i.e. fit samples, duplicate samples, old rail samples - team effort.Everyone is responsible for keeping their area tidy at all times.Cad overview to be emailed to factories confirming they have received all the briefs.
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Media Planner/Buyer - DurbanREF JB908Employment contract Type: PermanentRemote work: Office bound,Educational Requirements:Grade 121-3 years previous experience in Media planning & BuyingDigital media buying experience (Social, Web and other platforms)Understanding of digital platforms, leads reportingMust have experience with a marketing/digital agency environmentStrong numeracyMust have managed budgets over R500kStrong reporting skills – excelAnalytical skillsDuties & Responsibilities:Engage with digital media houses on latest innovations, platforms and discounts and brand opportunitiesPresent digital proposals to HOA and Head of brand for ongoing marketing campaigns and adhoc campaignsIdentify and present lead generating digital advertising opportunities and present to HOA as monthly plans, ensuring we can optimise marketing campaigns timeouslyLiaise with all digital media stakeholders for procurement: Quotes and invoicingUnderstand all booking schedules and present back to HOA/ Operations Manager for approvalProvide updates on booking changes and cancellations to HOA and BrandManage digital media budget and spend closely with HOA and Head of Brand/ Brand Managers – updating monthly brand spend with actualsCompile payment schedules, bad debt schedules and share with the HOA on daily basis to ensure all accounts are managed and kept up-to dateLiaise with finance on payment plans and flag any matters of urgency with the relevant stakeholdersReporting and analysis – conduct weekly/ monthly reports to HOA and other stakeholders on effectiveness of digital media mix
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Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for driving sales and meeting targets.Managing and growing existing business and taking initiative with new business opportunities.Building strong relationships with buyers, ensuring excellent service and interaction at all times.Trend research, buying and presenting ranges to buyers.Taking briefs from buyers and costing with relevant suppliers and production team, etc.Working closely with patternmaker, grader, and production team, on getting accurate costings.Negotiating styling and prices with buyers.Executing fit sample make up with sample set.Ensuring confirmed orders are placed and handed over to fabric & trims and production teams for follow up.Managing coordination of all pre-production approvals and processes right up to delivery.Overseeing and signing off on all samples from sample set, and submitting to buyers for approval.Ensuring accurate and timeous communication with customers and handling all issues or problems.Reporting to Management on current styles, orders, pricing, deliveries, sales feedback, etc. Requirements Relevant Merchandising experience (ideally in ladieswear).Solid experience in the industry working and dealing with SA retail chains and buyers.Local manufacture experience and understanding of costing and product development for local manufacture.A good understanding of retail merchandise cycles and the supply chain.Good costing and negotiating skills.Product development skills and ability to working with buyers to engineer product offerings.Experience in managing leadtimes and meeting critical milestones for on time delivery.Must be dynamic and be able to handle pressure and problem solve.Must be a good communicator and peoples person.Must be able to get on well with colleagues in a team environment.Must have a drivers license and be comfortable to meet with customers.
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The Person: Degree or Diploma in Purchasing/Logistics/Supply Chain.Minimum 2 to 3 years Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.JDE experience is essential.Computer literate, pref. on an MRP SystemISO 9001 knowledge.Must have a technical background. Duties and Responsibilities: Process purchase orders on allocated commodities.Assist with price negotiations with suppliers.Carry out cost models and benchmarking exercises.Liaise with the suppliers regarding quality and delivery issues.Assist with sourcing of materials and with rationalisation projects.Assist with cost savings and reductions projects.Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships.Attend to any duties assigned by Senior Buyer.Support the Expeditors in maintaining stock quantities. Key Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships.Strong negotiating and interpersonal skills.Deductive and inductive reasoning.Problem solving.Time managementService-orientation.Active learning.
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Media Planner/Buyer JB908 Durban R12000 - R15 000 per month neg Employment contract Type: PermanentRemote work: Office bound, Educational Requirements: Grade 121-3 years previous experience in Media planning & BuyingDigital media buying experience (Social, Web and other platforms)Understanding of digital platforms, leads reportingMust have experience with a marketing/digital agency environmentStrong numeracyMust have managed budgets over R500kStrong reporting skills excelAnalytical skillsDuties & Responsibilities: Engage with digital media houses on latest innovations, platforms and discounts and brand opportunities Present digital proposals to HOA and Head of brand for ongoing marketing campaigns and adhoc campaignsIdentify and present lead generating digital advertising opportunities and present to HOA as monthly plans, ensuring we can optimise marketing campaigns timeously Liaise with all digital media stakeholders for procurement: Quotes and invoicing Understand all booking schedules and present back to HOA/ Operations Manager for approval Provide updates on booking changes and cancellations to HOA and Brand Manage digital media budget and spend closely with HOA and Head of Brand/ Brand Managers updating monthly brand spend with actualsCompile payment schedules, bad debt schedules and share with the HOA on daily basis to ensure all accounts are managed and kept up-to date Liaise with finance on payment plans and flag any matters of urgency with the relevant stakeholdersReporting and analysis conduct weekly/ monthly reports to HOA and other stakeholders on effectiveness of digital media mix
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Retail Clothing Planners/Buyers - DurbanIntroductionWe are a rapidly expanding Retail Clothing Group with 200 stores over 3 Brands.Our Head Office is based in Durban and we are seeking experienced team players in various sectors to join us in this exciting expansion stage of our company.Duties & ResponsibilitiesGarment/shoe BuyersPlanners Desired Experience & Qualification Buyers:Relevant Diploma/DegreeMinimum 2 years experience in the clothing enviroment.Buying Knowledge.Strong Communications skills.Good knowledge of MS Office.A go-getter with attention to detail.The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.A team player.Good knowledge of textiles and design.Planners:A minimum of 5 years experience in clothing retail, demand, financial and analytic planning.Must be able to run your own portfolio and manage allocators.Strong organization and communication skills.A team player in a highly pressurised enviroment.A good understanding of the Retail Clothing enviroment.Package & RemunerationA very competitive salary depending on experience.A sign up fee of two months salary depending on the position. ( First month fee will be paid immediatly thereafter the second fee will be paid after 6 months)Relocation costs if you live outside KZN.Medical Aid and Provident fund.Various incentive schemes throughout the year.Please only apply if you have the relevant experience.Please send your CV to Bronwen Turnerbturner@gemelliclothing.co.za
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1 2 years working experience in the Fashion | Clothing industry (either in buying with a retail chain or fashion design | merchandising with a clothing manufacturerFashion Design Degree or Diploma preferredStrong negotiation skillsAbility to build a balanced rangeUnderstanding of the customer profileTechnical knowledge in the construction of garmentsAbility to effectively research upcoming trendsAbility to present wellStrong administration skills and good understanding of figuresSolid briefing skillsExcellent supplier relations and ability to build relationships on trust and understandingGood trading skills
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Employer DescriptionOur client is a multi-disciplinary engineering and construction services in South Africa.Job DescriptionIn this position your duties will include but not limited to:Manage all aspects of the tendering department including tender buyers, estimators and tendering administrative personnelIdentify suitable projects for pricing and allocate projects to estimators for pricingAllocate projects to tender buyers and monitor their progressPopulate and maintain an active tender schedule and chair weekly tender meetings with the tender team and senior managementActively manage the tender finalization process with estimators and company managementProjects relate mostly to civil structures (bridges, water retaining structures, pump stations), pipelines etc)QualificationsBSc/BTech/Diploma in Civil Engineering or Quantity SurveyingSkills+7 years experienceCCS requiredCivil Structures expBenefitsMedicalLife coverVehicle allowanceRetirement annuity
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Our client, a leading name in the electronics industry seeks a dynamic and experienced Configuration Clerk to join their team, based in Durban. The successful incumbent must have minimum Matric and a good knowledge of manufacturing and procurement processes. Job Description: • Filing • Create and issue Job Cards on PIP and Syspro with relevant data (correct Revision data, issue to stores) • Check routing information with Sales or Technical for new builds • Assist in loading and verify customer BOMs onto Syspro. • Resolve customer purchase order queries • Request quotations and price negotiations for consumables • Attach correct revision build information to job cards. • Resolve any BOM and/or Documentation queries and update the data folder • Maintain ECO System (Engineering Change Order System) • Load sales orders on Syspro • Update sales and correspondence sheet • Closing off PIP job cards on the PIP system • Min/max report to be run twice a week and Items that are below the minimum level are placed on order. • Place orders as required by the buyer and souring of items • Expediting on urgent orders • Sourcing consumables and R&D items. • Manage and Maintain Documents of External Origin file. • Return to supplier process • Assist in item coding BOMs • Loading new product information onto PIP • Vendor applications • Free issue invoices • Quoting on BOMs Educational Requirements : Min Matric Experience Requirements : Knowledge of manufacturing process and procurement process Job Requirements: • Full understanding of electronic components • Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word,) Syspro would be an advantage • Critical thinking and negotiation skills • Strong communication skills • Supply chain management
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Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for driving sales and meeting targets.Managing and growing existing business and taking initiative with new business opportunities.Building strong relationships with buyers, ensuring excellent service and interaction at all times.Trend research, buying and presenting ranges to buyers.Taking briefs from buyers and costing of all enquiries.Working with fabric suppliers to source fabrics.Negotiating styling and prices with buyers.Briefing coordinator to process and ensure execution of fit sample make up as per buyers requirements.Overseeing coordinator in ensuring confirmed orders are placed and handed over to fabric & trims and production teams for follow up.Overseeing and signing off on all samples and approvals for submission to buyers.Ensuring accurate and timeous communication with customers and handling all issues or problems.Reporting to Management on current styles, orders, pricing, deliveries, sales feedback, etc. Requirements Relevant Merchandising experience (ideally in ladieswear).Solid experience in the industry working and dealing with SA retail chains and buyers.Local manufacture experience and understanding of costing and product development for local manufacture.A good understanding of retail merchandise cycles and the supply chain.Good costing and negotiating skills.Product development skills and ability to working with buyers to engineer product offerings.Must be dynamic, with excellent communication and people skills.Must be willing to travel both overseas and locally.
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Durban - Fashion Designer required to join a leading Supplier to the major fashion retail chains.Duties and Responsibilities:Trend research for merchandisers buying trip.Photographing & numbering of overseas samples onto swift.Trend presentation preparation & presenting to customer. Assisting the merchandiser.Buyers briefing with the merchandiser.New developments.Prepare & send all swatches. Samples and all reference needed for factory to execute the style in briefing.Create & Load buyer briefs onto swift.Brief the factories over email.Brief additional packaging and information pertaining to each style.Updating packaging booklets every season.Send a copy of the original brief with original sample (if needed) along with colour swatches for lab dipping to supplier.Weekly Cad overview updates by style/program/customer.Checking of factory samples & lab dips against the brief – (Merchandiser to be shown).Communication between customer & supplier on design/brief/colour/artwork.Returning & monitoring of overseas samples not used by customers.Filing of overseas samples/showing samples/meeting samples.Prepare copies of updated customer cad overviews for each customer to accompany customer production delivery reports (From Coordinator) each copy spiral bound together with header page.Rails cleaned at the end of every season i.e. fit samples, duplicate samples, old rail samples - team effort.Everyone is responsible for keeping their area tidy at all times.Cad overview to be emailed to factories confirming they have received all the briefs.Requirements:At least 2 years experience in a similar role.Relevant qualification.Must be able to CAD.Must be proficient on illustrator.Design portfolio required to view for consideration
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