Johannesburg: Technical Buyer posted by Pro Tem

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years experience in technical buying, technical support and
  order processing.
• Age 25 – 30 years
• Preferably formerly from a Multinational/Global company supplying
  industrial equipment.
• Preferably a National Diploma Certificate in Mechanical Engineering,
  Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers and subcontractors for
  technical goods and services.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to
  determine procurement requirements
• Manage purchase orders from creation to delivery, ensuring accuracy and
  timely fulfilment
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct vendor evaluations, and maintain
  strong supplier relationships
• Resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing with suppliers
• Optimize procurement costs through value analysis, cost-saving initiatives,
  and bulk purchasing strategies
• Maintain accurate procurement records, reports, and documentation
• Process customer sales orders accurately and timeously
• Track and communicate the status of customers orders with internal team
  departments and clients
• Align with finance on payment terms and credit limits
• Track backorders and delivery schedules
• Prepare an Invoicing projection and forecast reports
• Will be required to do reports for management and other administrative
  duties
• Give accurate and constant feedback to management
• Build good relationships with customers, ensuring customers receive the
  best quality and professional service

Skills Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (data manipulation and
  reporting).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team
• Professional, emotionally mature, and customer focused
• Adaptable, innovative, and open to change
• Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving
• Strong report writing capabilities.

Programmes

• Microsoft, especially Excel
• Outlook
• Sage X3
• SAP
• SYSPRO