Johannesburg: Supply Chain Specialist

Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management Source new suppliers and maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing suppliers. Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations, including detailed cost breakdown analysis. Negotiate pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules with suppliers. Support supplier selection through comparative quote analysis. Maintain and update the supplier database, including onboarding of new suppliers. Identify and implement alternative sourcing strategies when required. Costing & Commercial Support Manage and maintain the central costing database. Compile accurate costings and support quote preparation for parts and repairs. Provide analytical input on market-related pricing and cost optimization. Review and assess quotes prepared by Supply Chain team members. Monitor and track project costs against budgets and highlight variances. Logistics & Freight Coordination Work with freight forwarders and transport providers to determine optimal routes and rates. Review and approve freight terms and agreements. Support freight consolidation and best practice implementation. Prepare shipment clearance documentation and ensure timely processing. Monitor shipment and order documentation to ensure compliance and deadlines are met. Systems & Process Management Ensure effective utilization of ERP system (Sage) Support development and maintenance of supply chain policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures. Oversee SharePoint libraries and ensure accurate document management. Maintain logistics and operational documentation. Operational & Team Support Coordinate with sales teams to ensure accurate and timely order processing. Assist in supervising and supporting the Supply Chain team. Provide problem-solving support across Supply Chain activities. Assist with order approvals and supplier selection decisions when required. Support subcontractor management, including rate agreements and query resolution. Performance & Reporting Assist in developing and monitoring key Supply Chain KPIs. Track company objectives and performance against targets. Support finance with cost reconciliations and variance analysis. Project & Order Management Monitor BOMs and ensure timely procurement action. Track and manage project quotes to ensure acceptable turnaround times. Maintain quoting boards and provide status updates to relevant stakeholders. Support project sizing and setup processes. Ensure all customer orders are captured and processed efficiently. Secondary Responsibilities Manage and maintain SharePoint commercial site. Ensure effective tracking and communication of repair and project quotes. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Supply Chain function.