Procurement Coordinator - Buyer (Steelpoort) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To ensure optimal sourcing and timeous availability of quality goods and services to meet the Business Unit’s requirements.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status.

CUSTOMERS 

• Provide customer service and ensure customer satisfaction and competitive practice throughout the Samancor Chrome environment.
• Resolve customer queries / complaints.

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

• Optimal procurement for the respective plant areas
• Negotiate terms and conditions.
• Execution and adjudication of tenders and site meetings
• Daily buying
• Expediting of open orders and RFQ’s
• Maintain and enforce internal control and procurement procedures.
• Assist Accounts Payable Department with Invoice Queries
• Obtain savings through the procurement process.

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

Financial Management:

• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Managing Work
• Initiative
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem solving and decision making.
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Contributing to Team Success
• Adhering to Values
• Safety Awareness

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES

Skills:

• Microsoft Office programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (SAP, Coupa, IMS, LMS, EBMS, Chromedoc)

Knowledge:

• Demonstrate and apply an understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

Requirements

Minimum qualifications

• National Diploma or Degree in Commercial or Supply Chain Management
• 3 years relevant experience 

Closing Date: 30 May 2023