Overview
Senior Procurement Officer/EPC Mining Projects – NEC/Fidic Contracts Jobs in Sandton, South Africa at Permanent
Position: Senior Procurement Officer (EPC Mining Projects – NEC/Fidic Contracts
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
A master’s degree is a plus.
Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) is a plus.
Experience:
Proven experience in procurement specifically Project Procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior procurement role within an EPC Projects business.
Exposure to the Engineering Industry.
Good understanding of supply chain processes.
Knowledge required:
In- depth knowledge of procurement best practices, laws and regulations.
Knowledge of procurement administration and coordination of procurement documentation.
Engineering industry knowledge.
Aptitude in prioritizing tasks and working with numbers.
General knowledge of projects, contracts and office administration.
Project procurement skills and knowledge.
Creation & filing of purchase requisitions & orders via electronic media.
Knowledge of finance & commercial terms i.e. transport INCO terms, budgets, cost codes, contract terms & conditions.
Proficiency in Microsoft office software & in particular Excel & Word.
Microsoft Dynamics (MSD) ERP software knowledge.
Skills:
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain vendor relationship.
Excellent analytical and
problem solving
skills.
Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
Strong
leadership
and team management skills.
Effective communication
and interpersonal abilities.
Attention to detail
and a commitment to ethical procurement practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Procurement
Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimise cost, quality, and efficiency.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs.
Vendor Management
Identify, evaluate and select suppliers and contractors. Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favourable terms. Maintain positive relationship with vendors.
Compliance
Ensure all procurement adhere to relevant laws, regulations and organisational policies.
Monitor and update procurement procedures as needed.
Cost control
Monitor and control procurement budgets. Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to reduce procurement expenses.
Sourcing
Source and procure a wide range of goods and services including raw materials, equipment and services while maintaining quality and reliability.
Inventory management
Oversee inventory levels, ensuring an adequate supply necessary materials while minimizing excess stock.
Team leadership
Supervise and provide guidance to the procurement team. Foster a positive and productive
work environment
.
Quality Assurance
Collaborate with
quality control
and assurance team to ensure procured products and services meet established quality standards.
Data analysis
Analyse procurement data to identify trends and opportunities for
process improvement
. Use data to make informed procurement decisions.
Reporting
Prepare and present reports to management, summarising procurement activities, savings, and performance metrics.
Title: Senior Procurement Officer/EPC Mining Projects – NEC/Fidic Contracts
Company: Permanent
Location: Sandton, South Africa
Category: Business (Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Development), Management (Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Business Development)
