Technical Buyer

Job Description

At RCL FOODS, we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond business. Our commitment to "We grow what matters" reflects our dedication to nourishing lives, communities, and the future. As a leading player in the Food Manufacturing industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and making a positive impact. The purpose of this position is to perform buying tasks by obtaining quotations, checking prices and commodity descriptions, seeking authority, and following up on orders, attending to preparation of specific documents and information in relation to tenders and resolving queries. The role is based in Malelane.

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Materials Management or equivalent qualifications.
• 3 Years’ experience in a heavy industry/technical manufacturing environment as a Buyer.
• Computer Literate - MS Office (Excel, Word).
• Clients oriented and a team player.
• SAP proficiency on Materials management module will be distinct advantage.
• The incumbent must have sound problem solving skills and the ability to co-ordinate administrative processes etc.
• To be considered for appointment, candidate must be a South African citizen.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Obtaining quotations from suppliers using approved vendor as per purchase requests from clients.
• Forwarding quotations to the clients with a motivation on the options on supplier preference.
• Obtaining and following up on relevant authorisation prior to proceeding with creating an order.
• Creating orders in the system by capturing the relevant details e.g., price, delivery date.
• Forwarding approved orders to suppliers and obtaining confirmation of receipt thereof.
• Obtain tender/project requests and scope of work from the clients.
• Preparing the Rules of Tender documentation pack.
• Arranging site visits and meetings with Tenderers
• Compiling tender adjudications and recommendations based on Tenders submitted.
• Requesting for the creation of a new vendors on the system by making the details of the vendors available.
• Application of Procurement SOP’s and BBBEE Policies
• Adhering safety rules during the execution tasks.
• Providing reasons for specific incidents or applications during incident/ accident investigations.