JOB DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review requisitions and compile bid documentation to facilitate competitive procurement of non-complex, non-contract items.
- Solicit written quotations.
- Assist in tabulating bids.
- Research new sources of supply.
- Inform functional staff and vendors regarding procedural requirements.
- Maintain purchasing documents, files and records and follow up files of purchases, shipments, and related matters.
- Process financial data and documents (e.g., bids, incoming purchase requisitions, etc.) for the purpose of updating and distributing information and/or acquiring resources to support the purchasing operation.
- Call off items from loaded contracts/MRP and capture purchase orders.
- Expedite orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered on promised dates.
- Where appropriate, inspect products received for quality and quantity to ensure adherence to specifications.
- Compile any requisite information for any site/category procurement reports required.
- File and safeguard records within area of responsibility.
- Compile ad hoc spreadsheets and analysis when required.
- Capture data accurately and regularly onto SAP to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
- Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
- Support and drive the business core values.Manage colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate appropriately.
- Manage colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate appropriately.
- Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
- Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities.
- Participate in regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
REQUIREMENTS
- Matric with Mathematics.
- Minimum of 2 years’ buying administration or similar functional experience.
- Preferably a logistics/supply chain diploma.
- Relevant SAP experience.
- Computer literacy (MS Office).
- Ability to type 45 words per minute.
- Verbal and written communication.
- Attention to detail.
- Deadline driven.
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
Tokologo Local Municipality, Free State, South Africa
Job Overview
Location
Tokologo Local Municipality, Free State, South Africa
