Buyer at Murray & Roberts

Job description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not be limited to:

• Drawing up and issuing of RFQs; completing commercial evaluations and making written recommendations
• Placing and expediting of purchase orders with preferred suppliers and suppliers listed in the M&RC’s Approved Supplier Database
• Verify purchases made are in accordance with procurement contracts
• Conduct transactional procurement activities in accordance with best practice principles
• Comply with Procurement policies and procedures
• Liaise with contracts team to ensure that items frequently bought are added to an existing contract
• Acceptable monthly lead time reporting
• Proactive risk identification and mitigation
• Effective teamwork and sound relationship with suppliers and cross-functional teams
• Efficient administrative support to procurement team
• Effective self-management and alignment with M&RC values and leadership initiatives  

Minimum requirements:

Suitable candidates must possess the following minimum qualifications and skills:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Management [NQF Level 6] or equivalent
• Proficient in MS Office [Word, Excel]
• Exposure to JD Edwards or similar ERP system advantageous
• Ability to plan, organise and negotiate effectively
• Ethical and high work standards
• Sound Purchasing and office administration skills
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate at all levels
• Able to work as part of a team and independently
• Good written and verbal English communication skills, including a good telephone manner

Suitable candidates must have the following work experience:

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience preferably in an Industrial environment (mining, electrical or construction project environment)
• Experience utilizing information systems, JD Edwards experience will be an added advantage
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Procurement process, including the life cycle of a project
• Understanding of budgets and financial controls
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Procurement Policies and Procedures