Appointments will be made in line with the company's employment equity plan. People with Disability are encouraged to apply. Gibela's journey is intrinsically tied to a vision of socio-economic transformation, one that recognises the central role of passenger rail in propelling the South African economy forward. As we embark on this mission, we stand at the crossroads of opportunities and progress, where the revitalisation of commuter rail serves as a cornerstone for building a brighter future.
Gibela stands as Africa's largest train manufacturing and passenger trains maintenance company, holding steadfast to its commitment to spearheading the revival of the South African railway sector. With a transformative vision, Gibela endeavours to catalyse the shift towards commuter rail as the preferred mode of transport for urban communities.
We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Commodity Specialist Indirect position within the Procurement Department. The position will report to the Manager Procurement and is based in Dunnottar.
Job Purpose: To deploy commodities strategy of its perimeter and ensure project executions are in line with QCDT and ED (Economic Development) objectives. They will also be required to pilot contractual relationships with suppliers.
Key Responsibilities: Identification of project and business needsPreparation and launch of Request for Quotation with suppliers using the standard toolNegotiation of cost reduction with suppliersInputs provider/contributor for order placementEnsure QCD targets achievement, CONQ (Cost of Non Quality) & claims managementManagement of initial issues before escalation to line managerRespect Gibela code of ethics and guidelinesCommodity support: Consolidation of commodity needs inputsActive participation to commodity strategy and panel elaborationSupport of Commodity Manager in tender phaseRepresent the commodities towards projects, platforms and solutionsEffective teamwork with internal customers and stakeholders in problem solvingApply the Gibela Sourcing process, and provide return on experienceInvolvement in projects: Closely work with sourcing project representatives (Project Sourcing Manager, etc...)Ensure work package sheet commitment respectEnsure QCDT and ED targetsMonitor sourcing project QCDT and ED including legal project evaluationPrepare Business AwardEducational Requirements: Supply Chain related degreeDesired Knowledge / Experience: Minimum 2/5 years of experience in Sourcing/Purchasing or Project Management or same/similar Industry work experience (ex: quality/engineering/costing/ etc…)Industrial knowledge / mindsetSAP backgroundPurchasing professional background and/or Quality /supply chain/technical backgroundInternational mind-setCommunication (both verbal and non-verbal)Internal and external influencing skillsAbility to work in complex organization and to manage wide transversal networkNegotiation SkillsStrategic visionAbility to work independentlyWillingness to travelProcess orientedSpecial Requirements: Behaviour: Flexible and Adaptable. Can adapt to new ideas and situations.Strong interpersonal and influential skills.Conscientious. Meets proposed deadlines.Live Gibela values of: Teamwork and Partnership, Trust and Respect, Focus and Drive as well as Influencing the Future in execution of this function.Desire to learn and develop. Continuous improvement.Self-Motivation. Logical and organized.Communication and writing capabilities.Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.Internal and external influencing skills.Closing Date: 19 November 2024
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