Buyer / Procurement Officer

Our client Blue chip company (Manufacturing) based in Vanderbijlpark has a permanent position available for a mature person with the following:

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12
Must have +- 8+ years experience as a Buyer/Procurement in a Manufacturing/Engineering environment
Must have SAP experience
Must be able to handle work pressure (Go-getter)
Must be able to start immediately

RESPONSIBILITY:
• Obtain three or more quotes for orders
• Place orders using SAP.
• Expedite the outstanding orders.
• Import raw materials according to the schedule provided by Production department.
• Inventory stock control.
• Stock take end of each month.
• Source out companies.
• Complete credit applications.
• Arrange transport for subcontracting companies and courier for collection when needed.
• Manage minimum stock level on certain stock.
• Drive projects from initial purchase till delivery and implementation of product in plant.
• Ensure timeous delivery at all times
• Ensure cost savings where possible not compromising quality and performance.
• Assist with general preventive maintenance plan.
• Ensure involvement in shutdown plans from start till end, correct parts must be on time, right price right quality that measures to performance.
• Any other duty that is required at the time