Material Coordinator (Fixed Term Contract) - Somerset West at Rheinmetall Denel Munition

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Material Coordinator is responsible for the successful execution of order placement and material expediting for the on-time deliveries. 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Receive, process and administrate requisitions – expedite deliverables
• Manages and monitor supplier performance management against deliverables.
• Engage suppliers to increase their capabilities in line with production requirements to meet sales target.
• Assessment of current supplier’s capabilities regarding manufacturing by evaluating them with regard to machines, equipment in line with Procurement.
• Develop good relationships with suppliers, gain knowledge of products, sources, prices, design of technical commodities and services
• Achieve maximum integration with other departments within the company
• Identify, investigate, potential opportunities to current suppliers to better delivery capabilities.

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE

• Minimum Qualification: Diploma in Procurement/Logistics/Supply Chain/Transport/ Operations.
• Valid driver’s license and/or Learners License
• 1-2 years’ experience working in the Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain environment
• 1- 2 years’ experience in working with an ERP System. SAP will be an added advantage
• Computer Literate (MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Procurement/Technical qualification experience will be an added advantage
• Read and understand technical drawings will be an added advantage
• Good written, verbal and presentation skills
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Broad Supply Chain experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good planning and organisational skills – time management
• Proven ability to take responsibility and high level of integrity
• Knowledge of processes, administration, procedures, quality, production, products, maintenance and safety requirements.
• Proven oral and written communication skills and ability to prepare and deliver clear, concise presentations & reports.
• Action orientated with a sense of urgency and responsiveness in meeting business targets.
• Demonstrated initiative and resourcefulness with ability to work independently.
• Continuous improvement focus and ability to drive change management.
• Clear understanding of working according to procedures and adherence to Compliance at a larger scale.