Buyer - Supply Chain Management at Agricultural Research Council

Key Performance Areas: 

• Process purchase requisition and create orders to suppliers. 
• Obtaining quotations from different suppliers. 
• Liaison with suppliers. 
• Using the 80/20 rule on purchases over R30 000.00. 
• Diverse supply chain administration functions. 
• Rendering of equal SCM administrative functions. 
• Management and record keeping of requisitions. 
• Placing of orders and follow up on outstanding transactions. 
• Ensuring that ordered items are obtained at the best prices rendering a quality financial service. 
• Ensuring that accurate information is provided to management. 
• Rendering a quality and on-time financial administrative service. 
• Ensuring optimal asset management and rendering an efficient stock control service. 
• Ensuring optimal client satisfaction. 
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations at all times. 
• Acting in direct support of the research function. 
• Sourcing and evaluating suppliers. 
• Managing the campus supplier database and ensuring internal control compliance.

Requirements: 

• National Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification. 
• 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management or a similar environment. 
• Registration with Association of Accounting Technicians will be an added advantage, Knowledge. experience and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). 
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and related legislation. 
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite. 
• Exposure to AX System. 
• Good analytical skills report writing, good organisational skills. 
• Good communication skills written and verbal.