Technical Buyer

QualificationsAdvanced Certificate / Diploma in Supply Chain Management RequirementsOver 5 years of experience in the manufacturing environment with experience in the foundry or metal melting industries an advantageKnowledge of computer skills, ERP systems, Sage or similar accounting systemsWorking within ISO9001 Quality Management Systems DutiesManaging consumable stocks for the production sectionsDeveloping relationships with key suppliersNegotiating the best pricing for both consumable items and non-standard itemsUnderstanding technical specifications in order to source products for production and maintenance at the best possible pricingWorking with production and maintenance to ensure stock levels are maintained at the best possible pricingPlacing and managing orders on the ordering systemExpediting orders as per production needs and promised delivery datesMonitoring Supplier performanceManaging the Health and Safety within the storesMaintaining stock holding below a set rand valuePreventing production stops due to a lack of products and parts