Job Description

DescriptionPURPOSE OF THE JOBTo ensure optimal sourcing and timeous availability of Capital Goods and Services to reduce the Total Cost of Ownership across the company.BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status us

CUSTOMERS

• Ensure customer satisfaction and competitive practice throughout the Samancor Chrome Group, by engaging customers and end users regularly
• Maintain and improve relationships with Samancor Chrome stakeholders
• Resolve customer queries / complaints
• Maintain and improve relationships with key Suppliers
• Monitor Supplier performance through periodic evaluations
• Log non-conformance reports as and when necessary

BUSINESS PROCESSESPurchasing Management

• Process and Administer all Capital Purchase Requisitions on Coupa system
• Prepare and coordinate Adjudications and Sourcing Award Recommendations within mandate
• Negotiate favourable commercial terms for all purchases with Internal customers and External Supplier
• Drive compliance against Samancor Master Terms and Conditions for all purchases
• Generate savings through negotiation, cost avoidance and economies of scale purchasing.
• Maintain and enforce internal controls and procurement procedures
• Assist Business Units with obtaining budget quotes
• Track and keep record of all purchases per project/WBS
• Ensure purchases are made within prescribed project budgets
• Function as liaison between Suppliers and End Users
• Apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach during Request for Quote (RFQ) and Award stages of Purchasing Process
• Source new vendors and products by applying continuous improvement techniques
• Collaborate with Transformation and Business Unit personnel to drive and meet host community procurement targets
• Assist Accounts Payable Department with Invoice Queries
• Keep abreast of trends in market pricing and rates of exchange
• Perform all functions with highest level of integrity
• Identify areas for contract, consulting with fellow members of Strategic Sourcing team
• Assist immediate Supervisor to finalise contractual agreements and other ad hoc tasks
• Assist with placement of monthly orders for Ore Concentrates
• Facilitate creation of material codes for Ores
• Conduct supplier site audits for compliance to Commercial and SHEQ requirements
• Participate in monthly capital meetings with Business Units

Reporting:

• Assist to complete weekly and monthly reports
• Monitor and report to BUs status of orders and delivery

GROWTH

• Manage continuous improvement through Operational Excellence
• Increase BBBEE spend
• Initiate Enterprise Development and Preferential Procurement opportunities

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and establish a competitive advantage through proactive procurement
• Deliver auditable benefits

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Operational Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Contributing to Team Success
• Business Understanding

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:Skills:

• Microsoft Office programs
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES)
• Strong negotiation skills

Knowledge:

• Understand the principles of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Understand the principles of Purchasing Management and Contract Administration
• Understand upstream and downstream supply chain processes
• Understand and apply basic principles of Project Management
• Understand and apply basic principles of Financial Management
• Understand and interpret Legal Terms and Conditions within Procurement context
• Understand the principles of the Mining Charter and BBBEE
• Demonstrate excellent presentation skills
• Demonstrate analytical skills

RequirementsMinimum qualifications:

• Degree or National Diploma of Commerce, Law, Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• 4 years relevant experience

Additional qualifications:

• CIPS/APICS Qualifications

Closing date: 13 September 2024Work LevelSkilledTypePermanentSalaryMarket RelatedEE PositionYesLocationGauteng

Samancor Chrome