Eastern Cape: Technical Procurement Specialist posted by Staff Solutions

• Work closely with the operations teams to understand details of procurement requirements and request quotes from vendors.
• Coordinate with planning teams to gather service PO work scope, generate service POs and communicate information related to the scope and delivery terms with vendors.
• Follow up with vendors and suppliers regarding goods and service procurement and update production teams about delivery dates changes when vendor PO due dates are rescheduled.   
• Analyse technical and commercial information from SMEs required to create vendor service POs.                        
• Coordinate with the quality control department and independent verification authorities to manage inspection and witness activities at the vendor’s site.                 
• Determine vendors based on established criteria, negotiate the organisation’s purchasing agreements/contracts, and ensure their materials and products meet the company’s specifications.                      
• Routinely study vendor capabilities and new vendor establishments locally and regionally.
• Visit vendor locations to evaluate opportunities to diversify the regional vendor base.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities by comparing multiple sources based on time-studies.
• Coordinate with all shop departments to maintain knowledge of plant operations and equipment design in order to plan effectively.                   
• Research and obtain technical guidance from engineering and manufacturing experts to resolve technical questions during the procurement process.

 QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Associate degree or diploma (3-year degree) in a related field with 5-8 years of demonstrated procurement experience.
• Engineering degree (4-year degree) with 3-5 years of demonstrated procurement experience (Preferable).  

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated contract negotiations and procurement processes experience in a manufacturing setting. (Essential)      
• Technical procurement experience in a technological organization. (Essential)
   

SKILLS: 

• Clear and concise communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Action-oriented with a proactive mindset
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities