Overview of Key Activities-

* Responsible for the purchasing various goods including machinery, equipment, raw materials and/or other supplies for internal consumption.
* Reviewing purchase orders, conferring with other departments to verify orders, contacting vendors and evaluating bids/quotations offered by suppliers.
* Assisting with the development and implementation of various purchasing procedures, inventories, accounts, proposals and similar preparations.
* Process special orders for customers.
* Request inventory counts and/or stock checks where appropriate.
* Obtaining and negotiating prices, delivery, terms and sources of supply in accordance with specified policies and procedures.
* Ensure and maintains daily outputs.
* Communicates effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow.
* Verify charges indicated on purchase orders and requisitions against cost centre accounts.
* Verify bids offered on "substitute" items against specifications and, if necessary, with ordering departments.
* Utilize the automated purchasing system (LN Infor) in the processing of appropriate documentation.
* Evaluate and review bids/quotations submitted by suppliers.
* Monitor supplier performance with regards delivery, quality and quantity.
* Assist in the identification and establishment of sources of supply and the inspection of samples.
* Expedite goods by contacting vendors regarding shortages and administering overcharges and breakage, etc.
* Investigate information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications.
* Develop and maintain files of reference materials such as supply catalogues and brochures.
* Use computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word-processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments and provide reports.
* Perform any other incidental tasks, as needed.
The Essential requirements are as follows:

* A Diploma in Purchasing Management or equivalent
* Minimum of 5 years' experience with relevant purchasing knowledge of raw materials and complex specifications.
* LN Info system (or another MRP/ERP system) experience related to purchasing and BOM's.
* A Track record of cost saving initiatives.
* Be prepared to complete an assessment and interview process.
If you are intrested please send your updated CV and supporting documents to [Email Address Removed]
*Desired Skills: *

* BOM
* MRP
* ERP
* Purchasing
*Desired Work Experience: *

* 5 to 10 years
*Desired Qualification Level: *

* Degree