Job Opportunities at Samancor Chrome

Purpose Of the Job:

To be the continuous improvement driver of the production process through reporting on and analysing production performance, making recommendations and implementing projects in a safe manner.

BALANCED SCOREDCARD PILLARS, ROLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT, RISK, QUALITY AND COMMUNITY

• Manage SHERQC compliance within the Process through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHERQC status

CUSTOMERS:

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES:

• Production Management:
• Achieve Production Budget and Quality
• Analyse and interpret process data and facilitate process changes

Production Reliability:

• Update production strategy.

Solve problems and implement solutions:

• Arrange RCFA investigation and facilitate the problem solving session
• Analyse alternative solutions and recommend best solution/s based on:
• HSEC impact
• Cost – risk – benefit analysis on key equipment
• performance parameters
• Cost benefit to the organisation
• Recommend best solutions to problems through the change management process
• Record actions arising from RCA
• Monitor recurring deviations related to implemented RCA's (KPI until close out)
• Log process problems identified for further action
• Develop a list of clear problem statements and business cases for problems requiring RCA
• Monitor and share Company-wide similarities/ learning opportunities by using the Intranet Sites and SAP

Reporting:

• Report production measures.

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

Shareholder Value:

• Monitor and control section costs

Behavioural Competencies:

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Relating & Networking
• Change Leadership
• Business Acumen

Workplace Competencies:

Skills:

• FerroChrome Submerged arc furnace experience
• Mass and Energy balance
• Problems solving
• Standby duties

Key customers:

• Logistics, Finance\

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree or National Diploma in Chemical / Metallurgical Engineering
• 4 years' experience on a supervisory level

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PURPOSE OF THE JOB 

To analysis, report on and administer the Samancor Chrome Group Tenders and Contracts

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.

CUSTOMERS 

• Liaise with Samancor Chrome stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve relationships with Samancor Chrome stakeholders.
• Provide customer service and ensure customer satisfaction and competitive practice throughout the Samancor Chrome environment.
• Resolve customer queries / complaints.
• Maintain and improve relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor supplier satisfaction.

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Tenders:

• Determine customer requirements and research market, commodities and suitable suppliers.
• Compile tender documents and proposed contracts.
• Prepare, coordinate the adjudication of tenders within mandate.
• Negotiate final terms and conditions in conjunction with internal Customers and external Suppliers.
• Conduct supplier site audits for compliance to Commercial and SHEQ requirements.

Contract Management and Administration:

• Maintain Group Contracts on behalf of Samancor Chrome according to procedure.
• Verify and compare supplier contract price amendments according to market related indices.
• Maintain contractual documentation and systems (Coupa, SAP and DocIT)
• Handle contract queries from all stakeholders, follow-up, liaise and provide feedback.

Group Spend Analysis:

• Analyse spend on assigned commodities and make recommendations for improvements.

Reporting:

• Compile Contract Portfolio strategy document.
• Compile performance report to track, monitor and achieve saving targets on areas of responsibility. 

GROWTH

• Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence
• Increase BBBEE spend.
• Initiate Enterprise Development and Preferential Procurement opportunities

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets.
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and establish a competitive advantage through proactive procurement.
• Deliver auditable 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, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)

Knowledge:

• Understand the principles of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Understand the principles of Contract Management
• Understand the principles of the Mining Charter and BBBEE

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: 

• Degree or National Diploma of Commerce, Law, Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• N6 Certificate (plants)
• Grade 12/N3 (Mines)