Commodity Buyer (Direct Material)

 

Recruiter:

RMG Recruitment

Job Ref:

2095947244

Date posted:

Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Location:

Uitenhage, South Africa


SUMMARY:
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Main Activities

  • More than 6 years’ experience in automotive company in Direct Material (Press Parts and Carbon and Stainless Steel)
  • Surveys the local procurement markets, informing the Commodity Managers of relevant trends/developments
  • Negotiates with regional suppliers (new business decisions, annual price and savings negotiations) in agreement with Commodity Manager
  • Carries out request for Quotations, Bid Analysis and supplier recommendations in agreement with Commodity Manager
  • Executes supplier visits/audits with Supplier Quality Engineers
  • Conducts cost analysis activities with Cost Analysis Team
  • Provides assistance to the Commodity Managers for tenders, regular audits and supplier evaluations
  • Responsible for everyday communication with suppliers
  • Carries out contract management, incl. contract data maintenance
  • Manages Engineering Change Process in production phase (i.e. Process "Make & Deliver")
  • Troubleshoots (supports technical and time-critical ad-hoc requests/requirements)
  • Executes measures in the area of commodity reporting and performance measurement
  • Develops and updates templates, tools and standards in conjunction with the Competence Centre
  • Ensures regular communication with internal, external interfaces
  • Focus on cost reduction

Requirements

  • Education: Grade 12 - University Degree/Diploma in the following disciplines - Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management
  • At least 6 years of relevant experience in commodity (production) buying experience, preferably within the motor or related industries
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • SAP experience

 

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