Job purpose

• As Senior Buyer your mission is to build an efficient and optimal supplier network, ensuring indirect and direct purchases are sourced at the right price, time, quality and quantity; in line with the local procurement policies and BBBEE legislation, whilst minimizing supply/ demand risk to the organization. 

Main responsibilities

• Purchase goods at the right price, time, quality and quantity. 
• Ensure the procurement of local parts and drilling consumables are in line with inventory requirements, stock is replenished and expediated where necessary. 
• Work closely with product support to source local parts which have been replaced or discontinued. 
• Review and make recommendations on local pricing via the Pricing department. 
• Build relationships with local suppliers, continuously evaluating their performance, negotiating the best price and ensuring BBBEE compliance. 
• Perform market research and benchmark suppliers to assure the best possible conditions. Manage the tender process when required. 
• Raise purchase orders, follow-up on open orders and deliveries, and oversee supplier payments to ensure Epiroc accounts are not placed on stop supply. 
• Communicate to all stakeholders in a proactive and timely manner resulting in resolution of concerns or requested information. 
• Identify, initiate and lead cost reduction projects. 
• Create and improve sourcing routines and processes. 
• Support SHEQ with supplier audits.

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of supply chain and procurement.
• Financial acumen. 
• Good communication and negotiation skills. 
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and under pressure. 
• Good computer skills. 

Experience

• 5-7 years within the buying function. 
• Competence with ERP software.
• Experience within the mining industry advantageous.

Education

• Tertiary degree in procurement, logistics or Supply Chain.