Buyer

Qualification and Environment Requirements:

• National Diploma / BCom  Degree in Supply Chain / Procurement Management / Logistics / Finance
• 3+ years Procurement experience within the Mining Industry
• Strong work ethic
• Flexible working hours
• Ethical and Driven
• Thick-skinned personality and a strong can-do attitude.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sourcing of a wide variety of commodities while ensuring cost effectiveness and procurement agreements.
• Purchasing the right commodities at the right time and at competitive prices in line with RFQs
• Initiates RFQ process for services, materials, and equipment
• Manage purchase orders, amendments, and order related queries.
• Maintain good relationships with suppliers/vendors to ensure efficient problem solving and improve customer service.
• Consider all internal policies and practices in all transactions.
• Uphold and adhere to all Company policies and procedures.
• Develop Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Models to establish and achieve milestones.
• Supports the Contracts Department in terms of creating contracts with suppliers
  
  

Additional Skill Requirements:

• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Material Management Policy and Procedures
• Supply Chain knowledge
• Client Relations
• Negotiation Skills
• Conflict Management Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Physical/Legal Requirements
• Clear Credit/Criminal Record
• Valid Driving License