Job Description:Analyze the marketplace to find suppliers that provide best product/service cost, quality and delivery objectives(ads1)Job Responsibilities:Collaborate closely with Operations (Manufacturing team in DBN &PMB)Maintain necessary ISO procedures/ documentation, related to the PurchasingEstablish comprehensive sourcing, purchasing and inventory control processes.Manage stock to optimal levels; realize inventory cost efficiencies in raw material and work in progressTrack global & local feed stock, forex movements & translate into price forecasts required to support Head of Commercial with pricing strategiesSupplier Management & ContractingUnderstanding of import documentation procedures and INCOTERMSLead a team of buyers (based in JHB, PMB & DBN)Facilitate implementation of procurement procedures for continuous improvementNegotiating terms and prices with suppliers, monitoring, and assessing their performance and maintaining cost-effective practicesJob Requirements:Background in manufacturing processes and a working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems (SAP) preferredBachelor Degree/Diploma in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management /Chemical DegreeMinimum 5 years Procurement experienceMininum 3 years Chemicals buying experienceExtensive experience in manufacturing chemicals purchasing an added advantageKnowledge and experience in transformative Preferential Procurement policy under BBBEE regulationsJob Details:Company:AECI LimitedVacancy Type:Full TimeJob Location:ModderfonteinApplication Deadline: N/A(ads2)Apply Hereinstantcareers.net#J-18808-Ljbffr