JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: BUYER (BUSINESS SUPPORT)
Position Reports To: FINANCIAL MANAGER
Business Unit: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Main Purpose / Objective of the Position:
To manage the successful delivery of an integrated Facilities Management solution to the client in line with the Service Level Agreement. The timely placement of purchase requests and delivery of items to meet customer order requirements.
Decision Making Authority
Execute all Key Performance Areas as stated on this form and in line with the Company approval framework and client policies and procedures.
Work within a framework of existing policies and guidelines/client.
Experience / Education
Required
Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
3 years relevant experience.
A qualification in Purchasing is a recommendation.
Preferred
Experience within the Facilities Management field is preferable.
Skills Required
Advanced Computer literacy (SAP, Pastel, MS Office – Excel Advanced, Word, PowerPoint, Planon).
Basic numerical skills.
Financial and accounting skills.
Administration skills.
People Management skills.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Customer Service Centric.
Driver's license.
Knowledge Required
Sound knowledge of office stationery, paper and furniture.
Strong proficiency in E-Procurement (Purchase Order and General Ledger).
Accounting and financial principles/processes.
Purchasing practices and procedures.
Technical product knowledge.
Company systems and procedures.
Client systems and procedures.
Knowledge of administrative procedures relating to purchase orders.
Core Competencies
Communication, Drive and Productivity, Customer and Quality Focus, Problem solving and decision making, Finance and business acumen.
Behavioural Competencies (Company Values)
Respect; Integrity; Service; Excellence; Accountability; Collaboration; Transformation.
Scope (Complexities)
Work orders and schedules, geographical spread of managed facilities, tenant and/or customer profile.
Interface / Relationships With
Internal: Financial Team, Buyer Supervisor, Facilities Helpdesk, Furniture Store Supervisor
External: Suppliers, vendors, contractors, clients.
Working Conditions, incl. Working Hours
The incumbent will be based on a client site in an office environment. Normal working hours will apply.
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