Buyer

Assign Services (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Durban is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage supplier relationships and procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in Procurement, particularly in the Petrochem Industry, and a qualification in Quality Control. Responsibilities include monitoring supplier performance, controlling budgets, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in Procurement.
• Experience in the Petrochem Industry.
• Proven experience as a Buyer.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in selecting suppliers and placing orders.
• Monitoring and improving supplier performance.
• Controlling expenses and implementing cost-saving measures.

Skills

Procurement systems and software

Effective delivery of goods and services

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Education

Matric

Qualification in Quality Control or related field

Job description

Procurement Officer Job Description

We are seeking a Procurement Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

1. Assisting in selecting appropriate suppliers to promote good procurement practices.
2. Establishing departmental procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements.
3. Placing orders, noting timing, supply/demand alignment, material replenishments, and supplier performance.
4. Monitoring, evaluating, and improving supplier performance continuously.
5. Controlling and monitoring expenses against approved budgets.
6. Implementing cost-saving measures and budgeting strategies.
7. Negotiating payment terms with suppliers.
8. Maintaining purchasing requirements within the company.
9. Reviewing and updating inventory as needed.
10. Receiving and processing orders from various departments.
11. Initiating and tracking orders.
12. Receiving, inspecting, and distributing orders.
13. Reconciling or resolving order discrepancies with suppliers.
14. Monitoring delivery times to ensure punctuality.
15. Maintaining good supplier relationships and renegotiating prices regularly.
16. Coordinating bulk orders.
17. Maintaining daily records and updating asset registers.
18. Conducting annual asset stock takes.
19. Making policy analysis and recommendations.
20. Preparing monthly and weekly cost and expense projections.
21. Performing weekly PPE stock taking on paint and material control sheets.
22. Raising COD payment requisitions for specific suppliers.
23. Managing site petty cash and administering staff expense claims.

Additional Responsibilities

• SHERQ: Meet company SHERQ strategies and goals.
• Human Capital: Contribute to a culture of quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Data and Reporting: Report on service level agreements and deviations from standards or regulations; maintain procurement quality standards.
• Technology: Use relevant equipment and computerized systems; ensure consistent quality across projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric
• Qualification in Quality Control or related field

Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in Procurement
• Experience in the Petrochem Industry

Skills

• Proven experience as a Buyer
• Effective and economical delivery of goods and services
• Ability to work independently and in teams

Knowledge

• Procurement systems and software
• Materials and equipment knowledge

Attributes

• Personable with strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, resilient, and self-managing
• Excellent communication skills