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We currently have a temporary position available for a Local Buyer (Mining Industry) 6 month Fixed term contract

Purchase the right commodities at the right time and at competitive prices by ensuring 95% availability of all spares and services to the end-users and to support the contract specialist in terms of creating contracts with suppliers.

 Core Duties

Goods Purchasing

1. Ensure that all information on orders, enquiries and tenders are accurate to eliminate price differences and that price comparisons are done according to policy.
2. Expedite all late and short orders on a continuous basis to ensure on time deliveries.
3. Confirm that all orders are placed according to official supplier list and vendor numbers.
4. Verify all invoices in terms of price differences, purchasing units, tax indicators and supply units from suppliers and signatures of end-users.
5. Ensure that savings are achieved and generated by set guidelines.

Contracts Support

1. Monitor contract prices continuously to ensure that best prices are achieved.
2. Database is updated to accommodate changes in supplier information.
3. Make recommendations to capture continuous purchases of the same commodity into a contract.
4. Make recommendations for new commodities to be included in existing contracts when applicable in order to ensure availability of spares at all times.
5. Support the contract specialist when requested.

Reporting

1. Report procurement events and activities punctually.
2. Report important events to the relevant role players to keep them informed.       
3. Ensure that all communication is effective and done verbally and electronically.
4. Make reports available as required.
5. Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times where applicable.

Query Resolution

1. Investigate and address all queries and complaints in the agreed upon time frames.
2. Provide feedback on a continuous basis to keep key receivers informed.
3. Follow up important feedback in writing.
4. Ensure that other personnel are co-opted to assist with problem solving to ensure customer satisfaction.
5. Initiate pro-active actions to prevent a repetition of the problem.

People Supervision     

1. Plan, organise, lead and control subordinate's activities to ensure objectives are met or exceeded.
2. Assure stable employee relations by managing conflict and creating a positive working environment. 

Change Transformation and Process Optimisation

1. Identify and recommend initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, improving productivity and reduce operating costs within scope and assist with the implementation thereof to contribute to the achievement of operational objectives.
2. Support and participate in change management initiatives to drive transformation and optimisation.

Stakeholder Relations

1. Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal and external relations and implement remedial actions where required.
2. Provide relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.

Safety, Health, Environment and Risk

1. Adhere to safety regulations and mine standards, procedures and practices and report non-compliance.
2. Participate in regular safety meetings and make recommendations to ensure overall safety.
3. Perform regular inspections in area of work and report hazards to ensure environment is safety and hazard free and recommend remedial action where necessary.

Requirements:

Education:

Qualification

Area

Importance

Grade 12

Schooling

Required

Certificate

Purchasing / Material Management

Alternative

Experience:

Type of Experience

Period (Year(s)

Importance

Buying (related industry)

1-3

Required

Knowledge and Skills:

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SAP

MM Policy and Procedures

Client Relations

Negotiation Skills

Structured and Organised

Interpersonal Skills

Self-leadership Skills

Assertiveness Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Conflict Management Skills

Personal Attributes:

Creativity and Innovation

Creates new and imaginative work-related approaches shows a willingness to question traditional assumptions

Flexibility

Successfully adapts to changing demands and conditions

Independence

Ability to work independently with limited supervision or instructions

Integrity

Ability to manage confidential information and apply judgment in sharing confidential information

Personal Motivation

Commits self to work hard towards goals;  Shows enthusiasm and career commitment

Persuasiveness

Influences, convinces or impresses others in a way that results in acceptance, agreement or behavioural change

Resilience

Maintains effective work behaviour in the face of setbacks or pressure;  Remains calm, stable and in control of themselves

Initiative

Willingness to assume responsibility and challenges

Physical / Legal Requirements:

Physical Requirements

Legal Requirements

Fit for Duty / Certificate of Fitness

Clear Credit / Criminal Record

Code B Driver’s License

Our client, a company focusing on innovation in the FMCG industry is looking for a Quality Assurance Manager in the Johannesburg area.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Degree or Diploma.
• 5 years’ experience in a Senior QA or QA Manager position.
• 5 years’ experience in the FMCG industry in a Technical / Quality role.
• Lead a team of Quality Controllers.
• Technical / Quality / food safety background.
• Quality Management Systems experience.
• Food legislative requirements experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and improve on Quality Management Systems.
• Specifications raw material and Final product.
• Review factory trials and the 4 P’s (Price, Product, Place, Promotion).
• Communicate on performance and technical stats.
• Review and advise on micro results.
• Oversee Training and Development.
• Initiate project ideas on the technical and production fronts.
• Daily cooperation with the Production managers.
• Manage a team of Quality Controllers which include Quality Control monitors, Quality Controllers, raw material technologists and Senior Technologists.

Closing Date:

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 11 April 2021, however you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 23 April 2021.

Please Note:

 Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

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Temporary relief driver code 14+Pdp

Eastern Cape Mthatha: Is looking for a temporay relief driver with a valid code 14 + pdp license.

Requirements:

Must live in Mthatha - Proof of residence to be required 

Reliable and Honest and hard working to start immediatly, with sober habits.

Send your CV to sc@infopersonnel.co.za 

Temporary relief driver

Kokstad and Mthatha Relief Driver

Requirements:

Casual partime work only 

Valid code 14 + PDP License

Reliable and honest with sober habits 

Must start immediately 

Must live in Mthatha or Kokstad - Proof of residence will be required  

Send CV to sc@infopersonnel.co.za

Storeman/Store Issuer

A construction company in Rustenburg is having a position for a Storeman R10 000. Responsible for the store room, issuing and receiving of material. 

cv@infopersonnel.co.za 

Extensive Automotive Manufacturing experience with at least 5 to 8 years in the Procurement field and a relevant degree or diploma is essential for this top position. The duties will include the procurement of all production materials, components, merchandise, capital goods and services, including contract design.

• Must have 5-8 years Professional and Management Experience with a Focus on the Automotive Procurement Industry
• Knowledge of  Procurement in the Manufacturing Automotive Industry and Supply Chain Management
• Technical (specialist) degree Purchasing / Procurement Management, or Equivalent / Bachelor / Master with good technical understanding
• Managing People and Systems.
• Able to Plan and Action

• Knowledge of relevant Automotive Industry Customer Specifics e.g. Processes, Procedures, Policies, Guidelines and Legislation
• Understanding of the Stainless/ Mild Steel business
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Processes and Controls
• Proven Record of Achieving Corporate Objectives
• Possess Strong planning, Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills and a Numerate Approach to Management.

• Must be Results Driven
• Attention to detail
• Strong Leadership Skills
• Integrity on Information
• Safety consciousness
• Professionalism
• Must be able to perform in a highly pressurised environment

• Strong communication skills
• Entrepreneurial mind-set
• Ability to Build Effective Relationships and Deliver on Expectations
• Coaching, Training and Mentoring
• Self-Regulated
• High Level of Emotional Intelligence

• Data Presentation Skills
• Negotiating in English (verbally and in writing)
• Motivating Hands on Service Provider Mentality, Inspiring and Confident
• Experience in Negotiation Techniques, Procurement Strategies, Methods and Problem Solving
• International Framework Contract Security, Pragmatism
• Ability to work Interdisciplinary
• Project Management Skills
• Relationship Building and Team leadership skills
• Performance Reporting Knowledge (Balanced Scorecard/ Dashboards)
• Leadership qualities
• Business orientated
• Facilitation/ Training skills
• Computer skills (MS Office)
• Systems Implementation

1. Drive Cost Saving Initiatives – Budgeting
2. Reduce Risk and Ensure Supply Security
3. Manage Supplier Relationships
4. Manage Supplier Performance – Quality, Cost and Delivery
5. Leverage Technology and Supplier Agreements
6. Drive Accountability and Development of Internal Team Members

• OEM Customers & Aftermarket Customers.
• Suppliers/ Service Providers
• Internal Team
• Users of the Management System

• Purchasing responsibility for all production materials, components, merchandise, capital goods and services, including contract design
• Development and Establishment of Modern Purchasing Processes and Strategies
• Expansion of Global Sourcing and Supplier Development incl. Consolidation
• Structure Purchasing Department and System
• Participation in Value Analysis and make-or-buy decisions
• Initiation of Cost Saving Projects
• Interface with Management for Sales, Production and Development
• Leadership and Further Development of Project and Strategic buyers
• Data Preparation, KPIs, Annual Planning, Reporting Directly to the Plant Manager.
• Apply Strategic Leverage in the Supplier Base with Strong Service Level Agreements for Quality and Supply of Product
• Continuous Improvement Related to Sub Supplier Performance Quality, On Time Delivery, Costing and
• Ensure Adherence to System Requirements and Customer Specifics. AITF, MSA and MMOG
• Ensure Adherence to Company Policies and Procedures, HS&E and Environmental Requirements.

The ideal applicant will have experienced in all aspects of buying/procurement. A relevant qualification with some sales background, strong negotiation skills and excellent written and verbal communication is essential.

EE position for an experienced Fleet Tracking Controller. Experience working with a large fleet as well as container and port background is essential. Candidates must be prepared to work shifts. Own car and driver's license is required.

• Must be an EE candidate
• Experienced in tracking a large fleet of approximately 100 trucks
• Must have container and port experience
• Prepared to work shifts - 
• 6 x day shift (06:00 -18:00),
• 3 x off days,
• 6 x night shift (18:00 – 06:00).
• Own car and driver’s license