Purchasing Specialist

Our well-established client is currently seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join their team. Requirements: 10 years' experience in a commercial (sales/procurement) role as middle or senior management in the automotive manufacturing industry Previous experience with SYSPRO (ERP Systems) Qualifications: Grade 12 Diploma or Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain (advantageous) Technical Skills and Specialist Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong negotiating skills Strong customer/supplier interface skills Management and financial management knowledge Technical knowledge of automotive components Responsibilities: Supplier Selection (Sourcing): Source suppliers in accordance with policies and procedures Identify consolidation opportunities to build economies of scale in the supply base Supplier Monitoring (Performance): Manage, prepare and send supplier performance scorecards monthly Engage and implement development plans with poor-performing suppliers Contract Management: Maintain contract registers for material supply Prepare and coordinate supply contracts with GM where contracts are not in place or are invalid/outdated Cost Management: Prepare updates of agreed pricing on time to minimize PPV (Purchase Price Variance) Analyze and assess pricing PPV and report monthly to GM Conduct benchmarking activities in accordance with agreed plans with GM Analyze, negotiate and submit supplier APRs (Annual Price Reviews) to Sales and Marketing in accordance with customer-specific timeframes Risk Management: Conduct supplier risk assessments in line with policies and procedures