Engineering/Tender Buyer

Our client, a leading engineering company, seeks to employ an experienced Engineering Buyer, to join their progressive team.Please note that due to the urgency to place this role, candidates based in Cape town will receive preferenceKEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATIONYou will have completed Matric, coupled with 5+ years experience in the procurement of engineering and construction related materials (a tertiary qualification in purchasing or supply chain is highly advantageous)You will have proven experience in sourcing suppliers, negotiating best prices, providing support to the project managers regarding tender compilation, as well as placing orders and following up on back orders.You will be able to forecast and plan according to projects, as well as be able to understand scope of works and ensure sufficient stock is delivered to the stores per project.You will have excellent communication skills, be able to interpret project schedules and prepare tender pricing documentationYour relationship building, organisational and planning skills will be of at a high level, as well as being able to review cost efficiency and quality of materialsAdvanced Excel and ERP (SAP, SYSPRO, PASTEL) expertise is essentialYou must have a valid driver's licence, own car and a clear criminal and credit record Please note that should you not be currently resident in the region and area advertised but still wish to apply, the cost of travel for interviews and relocation will be for your expense. Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful. Should you meet the criteria and wish to apply, kindly forward your CV, salary package details and notice period