Active Openings at ACDC Dynamics SA

Description

• ACDC Dynamics, a leading manufacturer, importer and distributor of quality products in the electrical, electronics, pumps and tools industry.
• We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Internal Sales Representative for our Bloemfontein branch.
• The Internal Sales Representative is responsible for providing sound technical advice and solutions to customers on the ACDC product range.
• The incumbent will be required to build and maintain excellent customer relations.

Key Performance Areas

• Advise on technical information
• Follow up on back orders
• Queries and general administration
• Up & Cross Selling including promotion of specials (to supply evidence and regularity)
• Relationship and co - operation with external and internal sales team and other departments
• Diffuse irate customer situations and provide feasible solutions
• Time Keeping, House Keeping, Personal Grooming and General Discipline (Clock and Log in reports as evidence)
• Building and maintaining customer relationships
• Training to be attended (To attend 4 official training sessions per annum)

Requirements

Requirements

• Minimum Qualification Level - Matric
• Inbound Sales experience in the Electrical Field
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to cope with change and remain calm under pressure
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent attention to detail
• Process-driven
• Systems orientated
• Strong personality
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Excellent time management and perception of urgency
• Excellent problem-solving ability

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Job Description: ·

• ACDC Dynamics a leading manufacturer, importer, and distributor of quality products in the electrical, electronics, pumps, and tools industry is looking for an experienced and dynamic Procurement Supervisor to contribute to our company’s procurement objectives.

Purpose of the Role

• Manage all aspects of purchasing to support organizational operations efficiently and cost-effectively.
• The role of the Procurement Supervisor is to manage the company’s supply of products and services.
• Procurement Supervisors responsibilities include strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers.
• Manage, lead, and control the procurement team of Local and International Buyers.
• To ensure that all procurement aspects are checked
• The Procurement Manager’s duty is to discover the best ways to cut procurement expenses, so that the company can invest in growth and people.

Key Performance Areas

• Establish and implement purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices
• Monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
• Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
• Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
• Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations
• Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors
• Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures
• Identify and source new suppliers and vendors
• Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database
• Develop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements
• Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies
• Troubleshoot cost, quality, and delivery concerns
• Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases.
• Work with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements
• Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders
• Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts
• Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives
• Oversee the operations and daily activities of the purchasing department
• Performance manage, develop and motivate purchasing staff
• Direct continuous improvement of purchasing processes in line with changing organizational needs and market conditions

Requirements

• Experience in purchasing and procurement – minimum 10 years
• Management/Supervisory Experience – minimum 5 years in a Management role.
• Proven working experience as a Procurement Manager or Head of Procurement - minimum 5 years
• Working knowledge of all laws and regulations: relating to
• Procurement, contracts
• Customs and tariffs
• Shipping and freight laws
• VAT (Working Knowledge)
• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN Principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems
• Finance acumen
• High competency level in MS Office applications
• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market
• Talent in negotiations and networking
• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
• Experience in collecting and analysing data
• Strong leadership capabilities

Key Skills and Competencies

• Communication skills
• Negotiating skills
• Networking skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Results-orientated
• Sound judgement
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail