Permanent - Technical Buyer Supply Chain - Wadeville Germiston - South Africa

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Job Number	80734
Job Type	Permanent
Job Title	Technical Buyer Supply Chain
Computer Skills	Microsoft
Industry	Engineering
City	Wadeville Germiston
Province	Gauteng
Country	South Africa
Job Description	To procure engineering, manufacturing, refurbishment, maintenance, and operational materials, components, equipment, and services in accordance with technical specifications, quality requirements, delivery schedules, and approved procurement procedure The incumbent is responsible for sourcing technically compliant products and services, obtaining competitive pricing, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely availability of materials required to support manufacturing, refurbishment, maintenance, and customer projects The role contributes directly to operational continuity, inventory availability, supplier performance, cost control, and customer delivery commitments Source engineering, manufacturing, refurbishment, maintenance, and operational materials and services Obtain quotations from approved suppliers Evaluate supplier proposals against technical, quality, commercial, and delivery requirements Ensure purchased items comply with specifications and operational requirements Identify alternative sources of supply where necessary Support strategic sourcing initiative Create and issue purchase orders in accordance with approved procedures Verify pricing, specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements before issuing purchase orders Ensure purchase orders accurately reflect operational requirements Monitor purchase order status and progress Expedite urgent procurement requirements where necessary Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers Monitor supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, service, and responsiveness Resolve supplier-related issues and discrepancies Participate in supplier performance reviews where required Assist with supplier development initiatives Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, bills of materials, and material requirements Verify technical suitability of products prior to procurement Consult with Engineering and Production regarding technical requirements Ensure suppliers understand technical specifications and quality requirements Assist in resolving technical procurement challenges Monitor inventory levels and replenishment requirements Procure stock items in accordance with inventory planning requirements Support critical stock management initiatives Assist with identifying long lead-time procurement risks Coordinate procurement activities to support operational continuity Ensure suppliers comply with quality requirements Support supplier quality investigations where required Assist with supplier corrective actions Monitor supplier quality performance Coordinate with Quality regarding supplier non-conformances Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier information Ensure procurement documentation is complete and auditable Maintain approved supplier information Manage procurement filing and document control requirements Support procurement audits and compliance reviews Follow up on outstanding purchase orders Monitor supplier delivery commitments Expedite critical materials and services Communicate delivery risks to stakeholders Resolve supply delays affecting operations Improved on-time deliveries Reduced supply disruptions Enhanced operational support Identify cost-saving opportunities Support supplier negotiations Evaluate alternative products and suppliers Assist with procurement process improvements Contribute to procurement efficiency initiative Internal and external relationships: Procurement Manager Engineering Project Managers Production Quality Stores & Warehouse Logistics Finance External Stakeholders:  Suppliers Service Providers Subcontractors Logistics Providers To apply immediately for this position click here.
Inherent Requirements	Grade 12 (Matric) Diploma or Certificate in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field 3–5 years' experience in procurement or technical buying Experience within manufacturing, engineering, mining, industrial, or refurbishment environments Experience sourcing technical and engineering products     Technical Procurement & Sourcing Engineering Drawing & Specification Interpretation Supplier Relationship Management Purchase Order & Contract Administration Inventory & Materials Planning ERP Procurement Systems Supplier Quality & Compliance Management Cost Analysis & Commercial Evaluation Expediting & Delivery Management Procurement Reporting & Data Analysis Accountability Attention to detail Communication skills Negotiation skills Relationship management Customer service orientation Analytical thinking Problem solving Planning and organising Prioritisation Flexibility Resilience under pressure Compliance with procurement policies and procedures Accurate procurement documentation Supplier compliance with technical and quality requirements Maintenance of approved supplier information Adherence to delegated authority limits Primarily office-based environment Regular interaction with production, stores, and operational departments Periodic supplier visits and audits
What Qualification	Diploma or Certificate in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum Qualification	Diploma
Status	Available

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