Procurement Officer – SSPO

Main job function

The procurement officer is responsible for the successful purchasing of consumable materials, tools, and electrical switchgear for the branch-based Cape Town. This role involves sourcing materials and equipment which is cost-effective and available for just-in-time manufacturing principles. This person ensures that the factory operates smoothly by contributing toward a strong supply chain and maintaining a good supplier relationship. The candidate needs a strong understanding of the electrical switchgear industry and can effectively negotiate with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company goals and good practices of SABS.
• Focus on cost-saving interventions by understanding the supply chain and options in the market.
• Collaborate with our teams internally to understand the requirements of the electrical contractors and consultants.
• Identify existing and new suppliers and build relationships.
• Negotiate contracts, terms and pricing to achieve the best value for our customers
• Resolve quality, delivery and cost challenges with suppliers
• Manage warranty claims and short supplied equipment or materials with suppliers
• Monitor and provide feedback on lead times to ensure on-time delivery of projects
• Work closely with the operations manager to deliver projects on time
• Work closely with the commercial manager / accounts to ensure a healthy value chain with suppliers
• Report into the operations manager on the weekly purchases and goods received
• Stock taking and managing the stores.
• The stores staff report into the procurement officer
• Able to use online ERP tools to place orders, capture goods received and keeping the database up to date.
• Maintain an accurate procurement record on a weekly, monthly and yearly basis

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the electrical switchgear industry and procurement
• Proven track record in negotiating with suppliers
• A technical degree or diploma in supply chain management is an advantage in your application

Skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyse data and predict trends
• Ability to implement strategy
• Expert using software platforms like MS office, MS Excel, MS Outlook, ERP Systems
• Familiarity with Six Sigma process and theory of constraints
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong moral and ethical standards and commitment to deliver high quality service

A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.