Our client is looking for a National Buyer to lead their national procurement of goods services and travel management.
In this pivotal role you will ensure compliance with National Treasury Regulations negotiate favorable terms enhance supplier service levels and drive efficiency through standardised best practices.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Conduct market and industry analysis to ensure best value
Gather need specification and spend information
Compile RFQ / RFI/ RFP documents and effectively manage the endtoend process
Facilitate and lead the Briefing Sessions and bid evaluations committee
Leading Cross Functional Teams for different projects and business units
Undertake and commercial evaluation and adjudication of supplier bids and coordinates
technical evaluation
Ensure strategic sourcing procedures and contracts comply with PFMA directives and
other specific procedures
Utilise total cost models to secure good deals and manage the cost on an ongoing basis
with the help of a Procurement Manager
Build sound relationships with suppliers
Respond and resolve to supplier enquiries and queries
Ensure that supplier performance meets the company s expectations
Manage and report on supplier s performance against contract deliverables SLA etc
Follow up with suppliers to ensure adherence to payment period (e.g.
30day)
Build sound relationships with endusers
Provide guidance on the interpretation of SCM procedures application and communication
Support internal stakeholders with their requirements and ensure delivery of the required
service / goods
Report on portfolio TCO and supplier performance as well as contract performance and
efficiencies
Report on portfolio contract performance including: Contract spend and consumption
Contract price escalation performance vs relevant price indices BEE spend
Report on portfolio contract administration efficiency in line with annually agreed enduser
service level agreements (SLAs) including: New contract establishment lead times; Price
evaluations; Amendments; Resolution of queries
Ensure confidentiality of supplier information
Support the disposal of redundant / obsolete furniture or /and equipment process
Ensure data capturing is accurate and on time
Maintain proper filing system
Ensure confidentiality of supplier information
Ensure that procurement reports and registers are accurate and are submitted on time
Generate outstanding purchase order reports
Generate outstanding requisitions report
Approval of orders within delegated authority
Perform any other reasonable Supply Chain Management duties as assigned by the
superior
RequirementsQualifications National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Supply Chain Management or related
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) membership added advantage Knowledge and Experience 5 to 7 working experience in Supply Chain Management 2 years should be at the
supervisory or specialist level
Good understanding of the SCM Policy
Indepth knowledge of supply chain endtoend processes and best practice
SCM system knowledge
Good understanding of Public Procurement Legislation e.g.
PPPFA National Treasury
Regulations BBBBEE
Competencies High levels of competence on the skills below is a requirement:
The ability to communicate oral and written
Policy application and understanding
Project management
Customer service and internal stakeholder management
Able to work independently