PLANNING & BUYING EXPEDITOR PMB, NEGOTIABLE, IN SOUTH AFRICA

Our Client, a leading manufacturing firm in Pietermaritzburg is looking for a suitable candidate to join their team. Minimum Requirements Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Tertiary qualification. Computer literate - Microsoft Excel and Sage Pastel. Ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of Shipping and Transport processes. Ability to work alone and as part of a team. Accuracy and high attention to detail. Good problem solving skills. Manufacturing knowledge would be advantageous. Ability to use initiative and work to tight deadlines Duties Sourcing the right stock at the right quality and price. Planning – stock turnaround and minimum levels.  Plan the factory production taking into account strategic stock requirements and the sales forecast Purchasing all materials and components for the Factory. Expedite delivery and due dates for all purchases.  Work with the Managing Director to ensure that the best deals are negotiated. Assist with follow-up on the outstanding purchase order report. Constantly following up on back orders, and providing back up when a preferred supplier won’t be able to deliver on time. Reduce buy-out time – order to Despatch within the defined timeframes (maximum       lead times). Getting the right stock at the right time.  Tracking Orders and communicating with Sales regarding status. Ensure that Company’s buying and expediting needs are met and are achieved in accordance with Company Procurement Policies. Holding regular meetings with Sales and Manufacturing in order to get feedback and input to help with future trends / problems / planning. Conducting proper research regarding demand, price and current Competitors before starting a new line / product. Putting a plan of action in place to deal with dead / slow moving stock. Liaising between Suppliers and Sales and negotiate items for promotional purposes. Liaising with Assemblers and the Factory to ensure that all the correct components are available at the right time for production. Ensure that Company receives the greatest value from the purchasing and expediting functions by effectively negotiating prices, terms, and other areas that can deliver value; by processing requisition and purchase orders in an efficient manner and by resolving any accounts payable issues in a timely manner. PLEASE NOTE  applications close on 31st October .