Key Duties and Responsibilities
- According to production or procurement project requirements, formulate procurement plans and purchase orders covering raw and auxiliary materials, equipment, tooling, spare parts and service procurement.
- Lead the procurement process: supplier sourcing, business negotiation, contract signing, order follow-up, goods arrival and acceptance, reconciliation and payment settlement, to ensure on-time delivery, qualified quality and cost target compliance.
- Responsible for the admission and evaluation of local suppliers, including qualification verification: business license, production permit, quality system certification and BBBEE certificate. Establish the qualified supplier list and build long-term cooperative relationships with suppliers. Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, supply capacity, cost and service. Organize on-site supplier visits and regular performance evaluation.
- Responsible for procurement cost control, analyse cost structure and identify cost optimization potential. Reduce procurement costs through bulk purchasing, long-term frame contracts, alternative material research and other optimization measures.
- Responsible for the drafting, negotiation, review and filing of procurement contracts and frame agreements, and controlling business and legal risk clauses.
- Responsible for maintaining procurement files including purchase orders, contracts, acceptance documents, payment vouchers and supplier qualifications, to ensure completeness and traceability.
- Cooperate with ERP system maintenance to ensure accurate and timely procurement data and participate in the optimization of procurement processes.
- Compile weekly and monthly procurement reports covering procurement progress, contract implementation status, cost analysis, supplier performance and inventory status, to provide decision-making support for management.
- Increase the proportion of local procurement and support the improvement of BBBEE rating.
- Complete any temporary tasks assigned by the department head.
Education and Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years' experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management; experience in purchasing functions for OEMs will be given priority.
- Experience in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel (PivotTables/functions) and Microsoft Office suite.
- Proficiency in procurement and supply chain management software.
Competencies
- Proficient in the entire procurement process, contract law, trade rules, and local procurement and BBBEE compliance requirements in South Africa; local supplier resources are preferred.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, coordination and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to work under pressure and handle complex matters independently.
- Integrity, rigorous and responsible with strong cost awareness, compliance awareness and good professional ethics.
- Proactive, efficient and result-oriented, with the ability to multitask and adapt to independent work and cross-cultural environments.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
How to Apply
Send your updated resume to recruitment@baicsa.co.za.
- Apply with your updated resume and use the job title in the subject heading.
- Applications are encouraged from all qualified individuals, including those with diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities.
- Preference will be given to applicants in line with BAIC South Africa's current employment equity plan and targets.
- If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.