Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.Job Specification (not totally inclusive) Manage and oversee all RFX processes and ensure compliance to policy guidelines. Drive cost-out savings for the indirect categories and implement cost savings initiatives to meet YOY savings targets for Indirect category. Manage order placement, query resolution relating to these orders and expediting overdue orders across all indirect commodities. Identify, realize, and track cost saving projects emanating from the procurement of products and services by directly impacting the bottom line of the company. Develop, standardize, streamline, and implement strategies and technologies to improve the efficiency of all purchasing transactions, from order to payment, with the goal of reducing transactional cost. Define, implement periodic operating contracts including service level agreements for all mainstream categories, and implement pricing control reviews, contract price adjustment models and pricing audits. Identify risk in procurement of materials and services and manage programs to mitigate such risks. Providing solutions to improve and maintain vendor management resulting in the rationalization and harmonization of the supply base. Uphold the organizational policies and ensure compliance for transactions captured under all Indirect Purchasing Groups. Minimum Skills required. Grade 12. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/ related field is required; Relevant CIPS qualification would be an added advantage. At least 5-10 years' experience in procurement of industrial commodities in manufacturing environment and value add relationships of which 3 years must have been in a supervisory role. Must have working knowledge of contracts and BBBEE. SAP R/3 experience is required. Computer literate in MS office suit is required; and Must have driver's license and own reliable transport. Behavioral Competencies required. Must have high proficiency in problem solving ability; assertive and able to influence at all levels. Must possess strategic, analytical thinking and good leadership skills. Must be a good communicator and able to build highly professional working relationships with both internal and external customers, and Must be agile and able to prioritize work tasks to support business requirements. Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.
