Uitenhage: Platinum Group Metal Consultant

About the Role

The PGM (Platinum Group Metal) Consultant plays a pivotal role in managing Platinum Group Metals (PGM) procurement and inventory processes across the Group and its partners, ensuring uninterrupted supply of key components and supporting various teams with forecasts and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify discrepancies in PGM Pool Inventory volumes at all Coaters and Canners and ensure timely corrections by performing monthly SAP variance reports and confirming accurate price levels.
• Conduct year-end physical inventory audits at each Canner location to verify stock accuracy.
• Analyze inventory requirements by confirming supplier quantities to maintain continuity in the PGM supply chain.
• Prepare and present the Financial Liquidity Report for approval to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Prepare and issue PGM Purchase Order Authorisations to PGM traders via SAP to ensure the timely availability of PGMs.
• Review and approve PGM purchase invoices received from suppliers, verifying alignment with pre-approved pricing parameters.
• Issue PGM sales invoices generated in SAP to PGM exporters to secure timely financial recovery within stipulated cost-model timelines.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials in SAP for each component, ensuring accurate specification levels to prevent over- or under-recovery.
• Prepare and submit the Annual PGM Inventory Forecast to the Strategic Finance Planning Team to support optimal inventory planning.
• Prepare and submit the Beneficiation License Register (Diamond Report) to the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator to ensure legislative compliance.
• Ensure alignment of selling price parameters between the Group and South African Coaters and Canners to maintain correct pricing structures.
• Manage supplier capacity by conducting site visits and liaising with local suppliers to support ongoing production of Group-nominated parts.
• Prevent potential line stoppages by providing support to Coaters and Canners and facilitating immediate or remedial actions to secure continuous production.
• Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts by engaging relevant stakeholders to mitigate operational risks.
• Develop and maintain work instructions for all PGM-related tasks and reporting processes.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Risk Assessment for all PGM-related tasks in collaboration with relevant departments to prevent operational and compliance risks.

Requirements

• A Degree/National Diploma in Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management.
• Minimum of 3 years of purchasing experience in the automotive or related industry.

Qualifications

• Formal education/certifications: None mentioned in original job description.