Technical Buyer

Wabtec; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Technical Buyer to join their Supply Chain Team. In this role, you will be responsible for purchasing goods and services while ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality. You'll collaborate closely with the Supply Chain, Warehouse, and Services teams, as well as external suppliers, to maintain strong relationships and ensure continuity of supply. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace that values your unique experiences and expertise. If you're self-motivated and results-oriented, this role could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
• Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain or related qualifications from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Handle RFQ processes and participate in supplier selection.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers for savings.
• Monitor and advise on purchasing process and risks.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Self-Motivated

Results Orientated

Detail-Oriented

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Grade 12 Certificate or Equivalent

Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Oracle ERP System

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at : .

Position: Technical Buyer

As a member of the Supply Chain Team, you will be required to purchase goods, material, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery at competitive levels consistent with company policies and performance requirements while maintaining a strong supplier relationship to assure continuity of supply and maximum profitability.

Who will you be working with?

You will work closely with the Supply Chain, Warehouse and Services team and external suppliers.

What do we want to know about you?

Education:

• Must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
• Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain or related qualifications from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• Knowledge of commercial terms and conditions.
• The ability to work cross functional, sales and product management.
• Self-motivated, results orientated and highly adaptable.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience in identifying cost savings and driving down costs.
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced knowledge of Oracle ERP system.

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle the Request for Quotations (RFQ) processes for the division and relevant categories.
• Participate actively in the supplier’s selection and undertake performance reviews.
• Negotiate contracts/pricing with suppliers to make business savings.
• Purchase goods from approved vendors.
• Prepare compliant purchase orders.
• Assist in sourcing products/services and evaluating new vendors.
• Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities.
• Draw outstanding purchase order reports.
• Confirm contract and price queries.
• File all records to enable quick and easy access.
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on the purchasing process and new projects and activities.
• Monitor and advise on any issues which may present risk or opportunity to the organisation.
• Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvements.
• Communicate any delay or potential delay on orders to the relevant stakeholders.

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.