Senior Technical Buyer – CAPE TOWNLeader in the field of precision mechanical manufacturing seeks a Senior Technical Buyer at their premises near Cape TownFor the position you would be required to have: Matric (Grade 12)A National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management/Logistics or equivalent will be advantageous.5 years' Procurement Management experience in a Technical/Mechanical environment.5 Years Material Handling experience.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point and MS Project).Knowledge of company ERP system and other company systems.Technical knowledge of machinery, equipment and materials.Main Responsibilities (but not limited to these only) Source parts and materials both locally and internationally to achieve optimum cost effectiveness through investigation and alternative suppliers.Develop and implements short- and long-term procurement strategies designed to reduce costs and improve product availability, quality, and service.Determine and ensure availability of strategic suppliers for specific specialised areas.Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, service, availability, reliability.Coordinate supplier clarification sessions and technical reviews with cross functional teams and suppliers.Measure effectiveness of operations and proposes methods of continuous improvement.Manage vendors data base in terms of type of supply acquired, supplier names, address and supplier scores, company segmentation and BBBEE compliances.Initiate strong partnerships with external vendors by negotiation purchase order contracts and subcontracts.Anticipate company needs and requirements by keeping abreast of market and product trends and developments.Negotiate with vendors for the lowest cost and incentives and analyse market price for competitiveness.Resolves delivery and billing problems.Expedite the delivery of materials by suppliers for company to receive delivery timeously.Responsible for ensuring that appropriate authorisations and documentation is obtained for all procurement activities. Approves all purchase orders.Design and ensure implementation of departmental administrative systems to ensure maximum effectiveness.Participates in the development of specifications and appraisals of product and services.Resolve end user grievances and claims against suppliers.Preparation of budgets (expenses, Capex, savings) with all departments concernedAdminister and develop the on-line purchasing and stock management system as well as maximising the utilisation of the ERP package.Review automatic re-order levels to ensure no stock-outs and to optimise company resources.Keep inventory levels to realistic minimum, in sync with market demand and shutdown periods.Controls and monitors price variances in conjunction with the Management Accountant and Financial Executive.Please apply online or contact David on 021 – 531 2015 for more information.