Deep Clean Manager - Saldanha Bay

To buy goods and services in support of the operation activities of the Maintenance Department of the Saldanha operations.

Duties include but will not be limited to:

• Award orders for maintenance work in conjunction with the maintenance teams.
• Understand and compare technical quotes.
• Negotiate pricing based on quotes and work done.
• Impose penalties based on agreed terms.
• Analyze spend and improve the sourcing process to maximize quality of work and minimize cost.
• Select and source from suppliers in line with Preferential Procurement targets.
• Follow-up on outstanding orders and attend to account queries.
• Be fully conversant with current market prices of all items required.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate must possess the following attributes:

• Degree or Diploma in Purchasing Management.
• Technical qualifications will be advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a buyer capacity in related industry.
• Exposure to import terms and conditions.
• Strong conflict management skills and experience of negotiations.
• Experience of supplier relationship management and excellent negotiation skills.
• Superior customer service skills and strong administrative skills.
• Excellent analytic abilities, planning, decision making skills and ability to read, interpret and compile reports.
• Computer literacy - MS Office (with a high proficiency in MS Excel).
• Able to deal with all levels of management and suppliers.
• Work independently and as part of a team.