Senior Buyer X2 REF: 9993352 and 9993353 at Armscor

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• CIPS membership will be an added advantage. 
• 3 – 4 years’ relevant work experience in supply chain function with specific experience in procurement.

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Communicate with internal customers to ensure clear understanding of their needs and technical specifications including level of urgency as well as keep them updated on a regular basis on the progress of their requirements.
• Prepare, review and finalize the draft RFQ and related documents.
• Advertise/issue RFQ’s on relevant platforms.
• Arrange the bidders briefing, writing minutes of the meeting and distribute them to bidders as and when required.
• Handle correspondence with potential bidders and the project managers.
• Negotiate with suppliers as and when necessary. 
• Place orders with the successful bidder.
• Resolve issues related to supplier performance against the order.
• Follow up and undertake control actions during the contract period.

 KNOWLEDGE & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Sound knowledge of Public Sector Supply Management.
• Knowledge of Preferential Procurement guidelines.
• Knowledge of PFMA.