Fresh Openings at FlySafair

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the procurement process from initiation to completion of payment;
• Act as a point of contact between the company and suppliers & identify potential suppliers based on project requirements;
• Manage supplier evaluation and selection;
• Negotiate contracts, terms and deadlines with vendors and suppliers;
• Manage the complete contract life cycle from Creation, Collaboration, Signing, Tracking, Renewal and Closure;
• Receive feedback and monitor the supplier lead time and quality of services provided;
• Monitor price fluctuations of goods and vendor pricing and work out a strategy to ensure best pricing and quality to be supplied to FlySafair;
• Liaise actively with the Technical department heads to understand the needs across the Technical department;
• Review requests for Quotations (RFQs) and monitor all delivery timelines are met and to ensure a >98% OTIF;
• Manage accurate records for all procurement activities;
• Prepare financial and quality Audits;
• Accurately track and report key functional metrics;
• Thoroughly examine and test existing contracts to ensure maximum contract value on agreed contracts;
• Together with the Warehouse manager, monitor Consignment stock and report back to suppliers and Management;
• Provide input into the Annual Budget and future capacity requirements;
• Responsible for the overall Performance of Contract Obligations and the effectiveness of the Contract;
• Monitor and report on the total Value of Contract and ensure price competiveness;
• Oversee the compliance rate and is accountable for the Purchase Order accuracy;
• Manage the full procurement team and their performance.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12;
• Degree in Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or Equivalent;
• 5+ years Procurement experience of which, must include 3 years managerial experience;
• Proven experience of previous Contract Management;
• Proficient in Procurement procedures and best practices;
• Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls;
• Aviation experience (preferred);
• Knowledge of SAM AMO system (advantageous);
• Qlickview experience (Advantageous).

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers;
• Strong leadership
• Organisational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills;
• Critical thinker;
• Deadline driven;
• Immaculate time keeping.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Prepare for an In-Process Inspection;
• Ensure the use of appropriate technical references and tools in performing paint and sealing duties;
• Mix and apply different primers based on the specified thickness criteria (epoxy, waterborne, zinc chromate);
• Mix and apply various topcoat finishes including stripping and other detail working;
• Utilise stencils and masking aids to apply markings accurately on the designated part;
• Operate and comprehend MIL specifications, intricate blueprints, fabrication and assembly outlines, sketches, patterns, as well as written or verbal directives;
• Establish, maintain, and operate standard shop equipment;
• Execute tasks in environments sensitive to Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and maintain awareness accordingly;
• Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free from FOD’s;
• Remove corrosion products using approved tools, equipment and techniques;
• Install sealant where required;
• Apply primer and topcoat where required;
• Examine, execute touch-ups, and polish painted surfaces during the inspection process;
• Communicate efficiently and collaborate with management, colleagues from different departments, and fellow co-workers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12;
• Certification in aircraft painting;
• Minimum of 5 years aviation painting experience;
• Knowledge of preparing aircraft and/or component parts by performing surface preparation tasks prior to application of primer and topcoat;
• Must have basic knowledge pulling maintenance manuals / IPCs from a computer.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Professional;
• Maintains safe and clean working environment;
• Be able to work with little or no supervision;
• Committed;
• Deadline driven;
• High integrity;
• Honest;
• Immaculate time keeping.

APPLICATION GUIDELINE:

• No external email applications will be accepted.
• Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.