Procurement Officer M/F, Durban

MEETING THE MOBILITY NEEDS OF BUSINESS&INDIVIDUALS Mobility is one of the keys todevelopment on the Continent. We must constantly fi nd the mostefficient mobility solutions for thegreatest number of people. Wherever we operate, we need tomove from selling vehicles to providingmobility solutions for everyone.

Our production and assembly sites in Africa are a shining example of our commitment to actively support industrialisation in the region and creating an affordable offer.

We looking for aProcurement Officer M/F based :South Africa

An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for an experienced and suitably qualified Procurement Officer who will focus on“Non-Trade Commodities” to join the Corporate Service team based in Durban.

Purpose of the job: To source suppliers, develop and implement third party supplier agreements and run with purchasing-related activities for non-trade items as well as ongoing management of procurement risk, compliance to procurement and TTAF policies, procedures, and governance requirements.

Profil request: Experiential and Educational requirements:

5 years general organisation experience

Relevant Diploma / Relevant Degree as an advantageous

2 years procurement / general commercial experience will be an added advantageous

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Build strong relationships with Divisions across the group to understand and stay abreast of internal procurement requirements.

Development of Procurement framework and policies for TTAF Non-Trade and implementation

Partner with the division to procure Non-Trade Commodities

Build relationships with current and potential suppliers.

Analyse current non-trade procurement and identify priorities to obtain quick wins

Work with the financial team to develop policies and procedures for non-trade procurement.

Identify criteria and evaluation criteria for selecting suppliers.

Negotiate contracts with suppliers.

Continually analyse procurement data

Inform business of non-trade procurement activities, savings, opportunities, risks, etc.

Continually partner with business to drive improved savings and efficiencies.

Place orders on the system.

Co-ordinate the entire stock management process from order to delivery, consumption, stock counting&stock replenishment.

Ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies, procedures, governance and BBBEE requirements.

Ensure continual management of third-party supplier risk (e.g., ensuring the group does not deal with suppliers that could damage its reputation and that suppliers are able to fulfil their contractual obligations).

Periodically review the current supplier base in order to identify and establish improved contracting opportunities.

Participate in shaping business activities and processes in line with emerging opportunities and risks.

Participate in / lead relevant projects as required

Personal Requirements:

The ideal candidate should be an energetic individual who is able to work under pressure. He/she should have the ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with various stakeholders in the business.

If you are a self-starter who is driven to deadline formed, you will enjoy the challenge in the role.

In addition to the above, the candidate should possess the following competency:

Customer Orientation

Results Orientation

Business and Commercial acumen

Good at problem solving

Quality and excellence focus

SAP experience with non-stock procurement would be advantageous

Knowledge of MS Office with good Excel skills

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