Procurement Practitioner - Tactical & Operational at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To ensure optimal sourcing and timeous availability of quality goods and services to meet the Business Unit’s requirements

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status us

PEOPLE

• Ensure an enabling positive and proactive climate/culture
• Coach and counsel people to assist with growth and development of employees

CUSTOMERS 

• Liaise, maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholders
• Provide customer service and ensure customer satisfaction
• Ensure competitive practice throughout the Samancor Chrome environment
• Resolve customer queries/ complaints

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

• Achieve agreed KPI targets
• Optimal procurement for the respective plant areas
• Negotiate Samancor Master Terms and Conditions for the supply of goods and services
• Execution and adjudication of tenders and site meetings
• Expediting of open orders and RFQ’s
• Maintain and enforce internal control and procurement procedures
• Monitor Supplier performance
• Process requests for new vendors
• Assist Accounts Payable Department with Invoice Queries
• Obtain savings through the procurement process
• Weekly buyer performance reporting

GROWTH

• Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence:
• Increase BBBEE spent

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets
• Identify and realise cost saving opportunities
• Monitor benefits

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Contributing to Team Success
• Business Understanding

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft Office programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, Coupa, Chromedoc)

Knowledge:

• Understand the principles of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Understand the principles of Contract Management

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: 

• Degree or National Diploma Commercial or Supply chain Management
• 4 years relevant experience

Closing Date: 10 June 2024