Brakpan: Procurement Assistant posted by HR-Simplified Ltd

About the Company The company is one of the leading manufacturers of specialised ‘critical to operating’ and recurring consumable products for the global mineral beneficiation, mining, and bulk solids handling industry. The company is the second largest producer of polymer-based mill liners, which are critical components in driving efficiency and lowering cost per ton of operation. It has manufacturing facilities in India, South Africa, Australia, and Chile, and exports its products and solutions to over 70 countries. About the Role A procurement Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the procurement process by managing purchasing activities, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. Key Responsibilities On receipt of a requisition obtain quotes from approved suppliers Process order on SAP and submit official order to supplier Confirm delivery dates – if different to required date, notify originator and agree new date On receipt of signed delivery note from the Stores, check delivery note against order. Resolve any discrepancies immediately with supplier and follow up to ensure order was corrected before submitting signed documents to Financial for payment Once correct order has been delivered, submit all procurement documents to Creditors Clerk File vendor application forms and file BEE certificate. Update Suppliers BEE electronic data Maintain up to date vendor list and monitor supplier performance and BEE status Develop and maintain a procurement cost savings plan Obtain new copy of BEE certificate from suppliers on expiry of current certificate Reporting Report weekly on outstanding requisitions and orders Assist Senior Buyer in preparation of monthly price comparison of local and imported items Report on vendor performance every six months Monitor BEE expenditure and report monthly on BEE status of all suppliers with a procurement value of >R85K per month SHEQ Responsibilities Comply fully with Section 14 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act: General duties of employees at work It is your responsibility to ensure that you are familiar with the above section A copy can be requested from the OHS Manager Copies of the act are also available electronically on the Company’s home page Summaries of the act are displayed throughout all departments in the Company You are further required to comply with all requirements of the Company’s quality management system applicable to your position and activities Candidate Requirements Qualifications, Experience and Skills Grade 12 Ability to read technical drawings Microsoft Office 2010 SAP Product knowledge Buying Buying of engineering items/ commodities