Job Description

Company DescriptionAt De Beers Group our purpose is to Make Life Brilliant.We believe that a sustainable business is purposeful, competitive, resilient, and agile - it's a business that thrives through both economic and social cycles. By understanding the context and listening to stakeholders we stay ahead of evolving trends and provide the solutions to societal expectations. By solving the physical challenges of mining through relentless innovation, and constantly searching for more responsible ways to do business, we are changing the way our employees and stakeholders experience our business - creating enduring value for all stakeholders. Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making - it is how we do business.To select source of supply for RFQ's as well as negotiating, placing and expediting Purchase Orders for materials required by Debswana, Venetia, DBGS, Namdeb and Namaqualand operations.Key Tasks

• Receives, verifies and actions approved purchase requisitions for materials required.
• Identifies and selects appropriate sources of supply.
• Submission of Requests for Quotations (RFQ's)
• Performs commercial evaluation of quotes received and in consultation with end users should technical input be required.
• Prepares purchase orders based on quotes analysis and end user input
• Negotiates trade terms and discount structures with vendors
• Delivers cost savings
• Expedites transactions to ensure delivery within promised delivery dates
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with stakeholders (incl. vendors/suppliers, customers, team)
• Monitors price and other market movements
• Administration (including but not limited to updating and maintenance of procurement and tender documents)
• Adheres to OHSAS and operational Policies and Procedures

Qualifications

• Diploma in Purchasing/Supply Chain Management

Experience:

• 2-3 years supply chain and purchasing experience in a Mining environment
• 2 years utilising SAP and SAP Ariba

Role Specific knowledge:

• Supply Chain administration
• Commercial acumen
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Negotiating and networking skills
• Basic knowledge of Customs
• Good inter-personal skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret information
• Strong governance
• Customer & service orientation
• Detail orientation

Background Checks

• Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Closing Date: 13 September 2024Additional InformationDe Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.Our experts have searched the world for nature's most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.Our Values:Put Safety First - We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.Be Passionate - We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.Pull Together - Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.Build Trust- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourishShow we Care - The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.Shape the Future - We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver

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