*** Technical Buyer and Expeditor *** Top Steel Manufacturing firm seeks Technical Buyer and Expeditor. Procure goods, materials, and services for steel manufacturing while ensuring quality, price, and delivery.. Non-Negotiables (We will check): * BEE: Open to all * 5 years Technical Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. * 5 years Strategic Sourcing * 5 years Technical Buying * 5 years Expediting * Strategic Thinker * Independent Work Style What the person must be able to do: This role is in the Steel Manufacturing sector. All duties would take place in this context. * Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ISO standards. * Manage the procurement process, including new supplier verification. * Monitor and place orders for high-value and critical stock items. * Report possible supply chain risks and assist in major expenditure projects. * Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers and oversee contract management. Key Job Deliverables: * Adherence to procurement policies and ISO standards. * Timely and accurate procurement processes. * Competitive prices, favorable terms, and updated contracts with suppliers. Qualifications&Background work experience: * Procurement Related Qualification with preference for a CIPS qualification * Led strategic sourcing initiatives to identify and evaluate suppliers for manufacturing components. * Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure cost-effective procurement of technical materials. * Managed the technical aspects of buying, ensuring the quality and suitability of materials. * Expedited orders and shipments to meet manufacturing production schedules. * Advantageous: Expertise in steel manufacturing Personality Summary: * Moderate Driver - Ambitious, Results Orientated Go-getter. Self-Starter. Makes things happen. * Moderate Analytical - Strong with analysis, metrics, data and fact based decision making. * Moderate Administrative - Good with procedures, processes and best practices. Benefits of this Role: * Independent work culture * Leading firm * You can make your mark here Reports to: Head Procurement Location: Vereeniging, Gauteng Salary: Market Related. In the Range of R720K to R900K per annum. Highly exceptional more senior candidates may be considered. Type: Permanent Start: ASAP Reference: j817 Jobs like this don't come around that often, so make sure you apply now. Email: j817 @ dawningtruth.co.za (No spaces in email address) ** Common questions (Please Read) ** 1. Is the role current? Yes 2. How do I apply for the job? Email your CV to: j817 @ dawningtruth.co.za (No spaces in email address) We don't take faxes or walk ins. 3. How do I know if you got my CV? We will send a standard confirmation response to all CVs received. If you do not receive our response, first check your spam folder or resend your CV. If there is still an issue with sending your CV, please WhatsApp: XXX-XXXX. (WhatsApp please, don't call we can't assist telephonically) 4. I don't see your email address or the email address bounces? Apply through the career portal you saw the ad on. They will email your CV to us. 5. I'm not suited to this role, but I want to be on your database. Send your CV to: jobs @ dawningtruth.co.za (No spaces in email address) 6. Do you offer internships? No. 7. I want to try and circumvent your process? Bad idea. Your CV will most likely be lost and you will most likely be forgotten about (we talk to too many people to remember them all). Also your CV will not be added to our database for future roles. So you will probably end up not even being considered for the role. We don't play favourites. All CVs are responded to. We want the most suitable people for the job. If you are good, we will take notice and contact you for an interview. Jobs like this don't come around that often, so make sure you apply now. Email: j817 @ dawningtruth.co.za (No spaces in email address) Background work experience: * 5 years Technical Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. * 5 years Strategic Sourcing * 5 years Technical Buying * 5 years Expediting * Procurement Related Qualification with preference for a CIPS qualification * Led strategic sourcing initiatives to identify and evaluate suppliers for manufacturing components. * Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure cost-effective procurement of technical materials. * Managed the technical aspects of buying, ensuring the quality and suitability of materials. * Expedited orders and shipments to meet manufacturing production schedules. * Advantageous: Expertise in steel manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr