Sugar Industry Buyer, Richardsbay, Rneg + Ben + Company Accommodation

Diploma OR Tech in Purchasing, Supply and Material management OR BCom Degree in Finance
Good understanding of the cost and financial processes associated in the operation and performance of a sugar factory - Advantageous
Minimum of 5 years Procurement and Materials Management (Inventory & Maximo) in a procurement environment
Basic knowledge of SHREQ and FSSC (Food Safety).
Experience in developing or report writing
Computer literacy (Microsoft Office; Excel, Word and Outlook).
Supervision in all aspects of managing staff.
Negotiation skills and legal understanding in purchasing practices

Duties

Examine and analyse purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy
Receive the scope of works for services or the specifications of the goods required for the operation
Provide procurement-related information and support as required to the operational managers
Ensure that all the relevant supporting documents are attached to the OPR
Communicate all late/unrealistic delivery dates to the originator (end user).
Regularly check the purchase order audit trails; open order reports for possible duplication/errors
Manage all scrap sales to dealers, staff and ensure all relevant sales records are forwarded to the debtor’s department
Annual stock - to undertake the financial Year end stock take process
Report and or escalate any areas of non-compliant appropriately in accordance with the Procurement and Materials Management Policy.
Confirm purchase orders
Ensure that selected suppliers comply with all aspects and are credited
Provide weekly and monthly reports
Facilitate the return of goods with the supplier and ensure the returned items are accompanied by goods return advice through Receiving
Undertake regular assessment to evaluate supplier performance
Facilitate review meetings regarding procurement process
Assist suppliers with safety files and liaise with Compliance department