Procurement - Steel Manufacturing Sector

Reference: CPT003419-Meg-1Does your track record include procurement, strong negotiating skills and the buying of products within the metal/signage or similar industry? Must be able to communicate well in both English and Afrikaans.Our manufacturing client in Germiston is looking for a well-organised individual to join their successful team!Duties & ResponsibilitiesREQUIREMENTSMatric plus two years' experienceExperience with buying within a manufacturing concern or print/signage/metal concernStrong analytical and negotiation skillsExcellent attention to detail and organizational abilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with procurement softwareExcellent communication and customer service skillsTechnically minded and passionate about his industryHighly organised, able to work under pressure and results-drivenDUTIESResearching and identifying reliable suppliers for signage materials and componentsNegotiating favourable terms and pricing agreements with vendorsCollaborating with the design and production teams to understand technical requirementsTracking inventory levels and maintaining accurate procurement recordsAssisting in the development of procurement strategies to optimize cost-efficiency without compromising qualityBuild relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricingProcess requisitions and update management on status of ordersUpdate inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levelsArrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely deliveryCoordinate with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required.Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.Ability to travel.Assist Project Managers with technical advice.Communicate time delays on stock with factory manager.Source new suppliers.Attend to ADHOC projects as and when requested by Management or as required by operational procedures.Adhering to high ethical and professional standards.Ensure compliance with the company's policies and procedures.Ensure workspace is kept neat.Salary: Dependent on experience
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