JOB PURPOSEProcurement specialistsare responsible for facilitating the evaluation of tenders, products and services, negotiating contracts to ensure approved purchases are cost efficient, of high quality and meet the requirements of the organisation.KEY PERFORMANCE AREASObjectivesTo facilitate the administration of the integrated procurement process and to conduct commercial evaluations i.e. cost evaluations, B-BBEE evaluations and other statutory compliance checks and to ensure follow-through of recommendations to contract management and contract close-out.To provide procurement advice to internal clients on procurement strategies to optimally serve business needs.To manage the negotiations and finalisation of supply and service contracts to achieve cost savings and other commercial targets.To effectively support B-BBEE imperatives and initiativesTo assist internal user departments / clients with the development of clear technical specifications and associated cost modelsTo provide support to the procurement manager with the implementation of procurement strategiesTo effectively implement procurement policy-, systems- and procedures and to ensure compliance thereto in the execution of procurement duties.To ensure timely execution of procurement processes and to manage internal client expectations.To monitor supplier performance based on Service Level Agreements (SLAs)To monitor supplier development plans for supplier growth and improved service deliveryThe incumbent must be prepared and willing to work overtime on short notice.BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE:Formal Qualification/DegreeRelevantCommercial Degree or Diploma in Purchasing / Logistics Management or equivalentwithcommercial subjects.3 years procurement experiencewith at least2 years dealing with procurement administration.At least3 years' experiencein practicingPublic Procurement Regulationas prescribed by theNational Treasury/ PFMA/ PPPFA and BBBEESAP experiencein theMaterials Management module (particularly SAP Contract Administration)would be an advantage.Computer literacy(Microsoft Office suite: Word/Excel/Power Point/MS Project).Registration with a Professional BodyCIPS membershipwould be preferable.Personal AttributesAbility to think independently/laterally and have a logical approach to problem solving.Good communication skills and a 'hands-on' approach is required.Displays ethical behaviour and maintains personal and professional integrity.COMPETENCY PROFILE (BEHAVIOURAL)1 Deadline driven.2 Good Communication Skills3 Good Interpersonal Skills4 Coping with Pressures and Setbacks5 Conflict resolution skills6 Negotiating and influencing7 Presentation Skills8 Decision Making Skills9 Interpersonal SkillsCOMPETENCY PROFILE (TECHNICAL)1 Business Acumen2 Report writing Skills.3 Project Management Skills4 Strong Analytical Skills
