Job Title: Senior BuyerLandis+Gyr is the leading provider of integrated energy management solutions tailored to energy company needs. With a global presence and a reputation for quality and innovation, Landis+Gyr is unique in its ability to deliver true end-to-end advanced metering solutions. Today, the Company offers the broadest portfolio of products and services in the electricity metering industry, and is paving the way for the next generation of smart grid.Mission of Function: Responsible for all Procurement activitiesAreas of Responsibility/Tasks:PurchasingProcurement market researchSupplier ManagementVendor Interaction and AnalysisSkills:Strong ERP system experience – preferably SAPProcurement and or supply chain management qualification Strong negotiation skills and tacticsThorough experience and track record in procurement (e. g. management of buying department, poject management, global networking, supplier evaluation and implementation etc.)Strong individual, self drivenTeam player Finance / Controlling skills (Finance for non-financial course)Willing to travel Ability to think, act and network in a global matrix organizationSix Sigma background (e. g. Green belt training) would be a PlusMust have successfully worked as a Senior Buyer before Competencies: Communication skills: verbal, written, PC: Level: Expert ; Business relevance: High; Future trend: +Experience with Procurement best practice: Level: Expert; Business relevance: High; Future trend: +Language skills English: Level: Expect; Business relevance: High; Future trend: 0Leadership skills: Level: Basic; Business relevance: Medium; Future trend: 0Experience with western and Culture: Level: Expert ; Business relevance: High; Future trend: 0SAP: Level: Advanced; Business relevance: High; Future trend: 0Procurement: Level: Expert; Business relevance: High; Future trend: 0Excel: Level: Advanced; Business relevance: High; Future trend: + Experience and QualificationQualifications:Minimum: Relevant Tertiary qualification e.g Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain and Operations ManagementPost graduate qualification and Industry certification such CIPS will be added advantageAdvanced training in procurement methodsProfessional Experience: 5+ yrs procurement experienceExperience with international procurementProject Experience: Experience in procurement cost reduction project definition and leadershipIntercultural Experience: Exposure to all South African culturesGeneral Global exposureCapabilities:Results OrientationCommunicationStrategic OrientationAbility to AnalyseTeam SkillsDecision makingAdditional requirements/Age: Own transport
