Job Description

The Technical Buyer is to plan and execute procurement of maintenance spares and services. Ensuring that all spares and services are delivered to specification, on time, at the correct quality, at the right price and at the correct location.All activities, roles and responsibilities are aligned to the world class (manufacturing) philosophy, principles and practices.
Qualifications

• Matric
• Degree/BTech/Diploma in related field
• Further studies may be required, depending on current qualifications, for instance, CIPS at least to level 5

Experience

• At least 4 years experience working in a maintenance spares environment or working with maintenance spares in the chemical industry
• Must have technical knowledge of maintenance spares related to a factory
• An artisan or maintenance spares QC background will be beneficial
• Maintenance experience in a factory environment would be advantageous

Duties

• Planning and execution of procurement of maintenance spares and services
• Ensure delivery of the right items, at the right quality, at the right time and at the right price
• Maintain strong working relationships and communications with internal customers
• Maintain strong working relationships and communications with suppliers
• Coordinate and execute supplier evaluations
• Investigate and resolve supplier non-conformances and customer complaints
• Proactively report product and material availability issues
• Expedite orders
• Proactively provide supply status and shipment tracking
• Manage and review delivery cost of imports, checking shipping cost/duties
• Coordinate the required international shipping and commercial documents
• Coordinate inventory planning and replenishment of stocked spares
• Complete special projects and assignments as requested and review order specifications
• Find best products for the best price, from reliable vendors
• Track and maintain proper levels of stocked inventory
• Initiate and implement process improvement initiatives for the department
• Participate in quarterly stock takes - compulsory
• Will be required to be available after hours on occasion if parts are not available for breakdowns

Job CompetenciesKnowledge :

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office - especially Excel
• Competent working with ERP systems
• Knowledge of ISO9001 standard
• Knowledge of regulations pertaining to procurement

Core Behavioural Competencies:

• Assertive Decision Making
• Teamwork
• Work Standards
• Reliability - Key Requirement
• Motivation of Self and Others - Self Starter, Ability to work Independently
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving
• Integrity and Trust - High Level of Ethics and Compliance
• Communication Skills - Both oral and written - Key Requirement
• Planning and Organization
• Stress Tolerance
• Initiative
• Building Relationships
• Attention to Detail

Functional/Technical Competency:

• Facilitation/Meetings
• Effective Change Management
• Effective Relationship Management
• Brand Knowledge
• Product Knowledge
• Conflict Management
• Root-cause Analysis
• Excellent Customer Service
• Negotiation Skills
• Collaboration

Job Competencies :

• Knowledge of ISO90001 standards
• Knowledge of OHSACT regulations
• Relevant commercial and legal knowledge
• Negotiation skills
• Relationship management skills
• Advanced computer skills
• Assertive decision-making skills
• Compliance orientated
• Knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts and application
• Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities
• Excellent knowledge of maintenance spares
• AX 2012/D365
• Isometrics

General

• The candidate must be reliable, responsible and energetic
• They must be highly ethical
• A good team player, but also be able to work independently. A self-motivator. Attention to detail is critical
• Communication skills are key for this role

Omnia Holdings