Procurement Buyer

SA Metal Group has a position for a committed, hardworking and motivated Procurement Buyer to work together with the Procurement Department in Cape Town. The successful applicant will report directly to the National Procurement Manager.Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:Meeting with suppliers and negotiating rates and pricingMaintaining relationship with existing suppliers and sourcing new suppliersRegular review of supplier rates, research the market for best prices (benchmarking)Assisting procurement department with updating of pricing on stock itemsProvide support and advice to Management and staff in relation to ProcurementEnsure that Procurement activities increase the profitability of the company by purchasing material, equipment in timely manner and at the lowest cost and best qualityProvide feedback on areas of cost saving and execution thereofEnsure that all purchases are within the budgetOversee preparation, review and process of purchase ordersCreate purchase orders when requiredEnsure that all the procurement of material, equipment is approved by executivesEnsure that strict procurement processes and procedures are followed within the company's procurement policies and regulationsLiaise with other departments within the organization to establish their material requirementGeneral office administration/ generate and maintain reportsQualifying CriteriaRelevant Degree/Diploma in Procurement Management.Minimum three to five years' previous experience in a procurement environmentMS Office knowledge, in particular ExcelAccuracy and attention to detailExcellent communication, motivating and problem solving skillsNegotiation and networking skillsAble to multi taskAble to work in team environmentQualifying Attributes:Verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work under pressureCustomer service orientationAbility to work independently as well as in a teamAbility to organize and plan carefullyAttention to detail and accuracyHard-working and self-motivatedTime management and organizational skillsExcellent standards in executionReporting to: Group Procurement ManagerJob type: Permanent positionBenefits include· Provident fund· Life cover· Funeral cover· Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health· 15 x paid leave days per annum· Long service leave after five years of employmentStandard hours07:30 – 16:30 Monday - Thursday07:30 – 15:30 FridaysMay be required to work overtime as per operational requirements