Overview of salaries statistics of the profession "Purchasing in South Africa"

Minimum Requirements:A National Diploma in Purchasing Management / Supply Chain Management or equivalentMinimum of 5 Years’ experience with relevant purchasing knowledge of raw materials with complex specifications, including stainless steel and importsMinimum 5 Years’ experience in supervising or managing staff in a purchasing environmentLN info system (or any other MRP/ERP System) experience in related to purchasing and BOM’sA track record in cost saving initiativesComputer literacy – MS OfficeDuties and Responsibilities:Responsible for supervising / managing staffResponsible for the purchasing various goods including machinery, equipment, raw materials and/or other supplies for internal consumptionReviewing purchase orders, assessing with other departments to verify orders, contacting vendors and evaluating bids/quotations offered by suppliersAssisting with the development and implementation of various purchasing procedures, inventories, accounts, proposals and similar preparations and processing of special customer ordersRequest inventory counts and /or stock checks where appropriateObtaining and negotiating prices, delivery terms and sources of supply in accordance with specified policies and proceduresEnsure and maintain daily outputsCommunicates effectively with other workers to direct personal workflowVerify charges indicated on purchase orders and requisitions against cost centre accountsVerify bids offered on substitute items against specification and if necessary with ordering departmentsUtilise ERP system i.e. automated purchasing system (LN info) in the processing of appropriate documentationImportation of raw materialsStainless steel ordering and monitoringEvaluate and review bids/quotations submitted by suppliersMonitor supplier performance with regards to delivery, quality and quantityAssist 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 specificationsDevelop and maintain files of reference material such as supply catalogues and brochuresUse computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email and database software in performing work assignments and provide reports.Perform any other incidental tasks as needed

Have you worked for a technical company specialising in the manufacturing of various technical products negotiating and handling requests from production, maintenance, and project personnel?We require a dedicated candidate with the TECHNICAL experience being ESSENTIAL in this role!Excellent environment to grow your career, salary has the benefits of medical aid and pension.Requirements:MatricRelevant procurement qualification advantageous2-5 years’ experience in similar roleComputer literateSyspro experience requiredDuties and Responsibilities:Orders And DeliveriesEnsure that outbound orders are created on Syspro.Ensure that the order is placed with relevant service provider once it has been approved on Syspro.Ensure that Suppliers perform quality checks where applicable, and all paperwork is correct for payment to proceed.Ensure that all necessary quality checks are completed, and any NC issues are sent back to supplier.Purchasing & Cost SavingSupport / attend to requests from production, maintenance, and project personnel. (quotes & orders)Sourcing of stock/nonstock items at competitive prices.Maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure no purchasing issues.Always ensure the best possible price.Negotiate lead times and due dates.Projects ProcurementEnsure that orders are correctly loaded, printed, and placed with the supplier. Work with suppliers to ensure that deliveries are met according to the contracts given, following up on orders.Ensure that each agreement is kept for safe keeping.Ensure that agreements are loaded to SYSPRO with requisition for approval by project engineer / CEO.Ensure projects status spreadsheets are up to date.SysproEnsure that the open PO dashboard on SYSPRO is maintained and up to date.Manage open jobs dashboard on SYSPRO.Monitor and control the delivery of components, and material for relative projectsVehicle ControlEnsure that all vehicles operational at company are fully licensed and “fit for duty”.Responsible for servicing & maintenance of vehiclesMonitor fuel usage and measure consumptionResponsible for administration related to KPA: incident reporting, filing checks and reportsAdditional DutiesEnsure that all administrative documents (purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes, GRN, debit notes) are received, attached, and always filled in correctly.Ensure that PO and Delivery note/Invoice matches. Report and discrepancies.Prepare Weekly payments for creditors with correct signed off documentation.Manage supplier administration queries regarding pricing, quantity, etcOrders – ensure that all relevant orders are loaded on Syspro and placed with suppliers.Deliveries – ensure that all stock and non-stock items received by company is the correct item / product, price, quality, quantity, and volume in comparison to the order and/or quotation from supplier.Report any unresolved pricing and qty issues.Maintain control sheet and documentation of items sent to suppliers, conclude administration upon return of itemsVehiclesMaintain administration of weekly vehicle documentation.Ensure vehicle service dates are current and monitored and liaise with relevant process owners when a service is due.Follow up and update service information upon completion of serviceSubmit forklift monthly hours to Finance on our rental machines.Ensure forklift and vehicle diesel usage report is submitted to creditors monthlyConduct reconciliations of diesel usage and submit weekly report.Diesel usage:Ensure diesel register is up to date with bouser fill-ups and handed in weeklyEnsure forklift and vehicle diesel usage report is submitted to creditors monthlyConduct reconciliations of diesel usage and submit weekly report.

Our well known Commercial dealer client based in Roodepoort, Gauteng currently holds a vacancy for experienced Commercial VEHICLE SALES EXECUTIVES with a proven track record.Preferably looking for Commercial Vehicle Sales Executives with minimum of 3 years sales experience.This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to attract clients; provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of sales on an ongoing basis.The candidate for this position will be responsible for selling Trucks for personal and commercial use. Their duties include meeting with customers to discuss their needs, promoting sales offers at their dealership, and participating in test drives with interested customers. Sales executives are responsible for making customers feel welcome and supported through the vehicle -purchasing process.Duties and Responsibilities:The responsibilities of a Sales Executive include the following tasks:Greet customers arriving at the dealershipShowcase the dealership’s vehicles and explain their features and warranties to customersAnswer customer questions about Trucks, and the purchase processAccompany customers on test drives, collecting licenses and documentation beforehand per best practicesNegotiate Truck prices and trade-in values for customers’ vehiclesCoordinate with the finance department to determine each customer’s financing and ownership optionsContact past customers to ensure they are satisfied with their vehiclesMinimum Requirements:MatricPrevious Sales ExperienceSkills and Personal Attributes:Valid driver’s license Code 10 & 14Computer literateGood communication skills

Our well known Commercial dealer client based in Rustenburg, North West Province currently holds a vacancy for a PRE-OWNED TRUCK SALES EXECUTIVES with a proven track record.Preferably looking for a Truck Sales Executive with minimum of 3 years sales experience.This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to attract clients; provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of sales on an ongoing basis.The candidate for this position will be responsible for selling Trucks for personal and commercial use. Their duties include meeting with customers to discuss their needs, promoting sales offers at their dealership, and participating in test drives with interested customers. Sales executives are responsible for making customers feel welcome and supported through the vehicle -purchasing process.Duties and Responsibilities:The responsibilities of a Sales Executive include the following tasks:Greet customers arriving at the dealershipShowcase the dealership’s vehicles and explain their features and warranties to customersAnswer customer questions about Trucks, and the purchase processAccompany customers on test drives, collecting licenses and documentation beforehand per best practicesNegotiate Truck prices and trade-in values for customers’ vehiclesCoordinate with the finance department to determine each customer’s financing and ownership optionsContact past customers to ensure they are satisfied with their vehiclesMinimum Requirements:MatricPrevious Truck Sales ExperienceValid driver’s license Code 10 & 14Computer literateGood communication skills

Our well known automotive dealer client based in Cape Town, Western Cape currently holds a vacancy an experienced NEW VEHICLE SALES EXECUTIVE with a proven track record.Preferably looking for New Vehicle Sales Executives with minimum of 3 years sales experience or must be very strong in Sales.This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to attract clients; provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of sales on an ongoing basis.The candidate for this position will be responsible for selling motor vehicles for personal and commercial use. Their duties include meeting with customers to discuss their needs, promoting sales offers at their dealership, and participating in test drives with interested customers. Sales executives are responsible for making customers feel welcome and supported through the car-purchasing process.Specific Role Responsibilities:The responsibilities of a Sales Executive include the following tasks:Greet customers arriving at the dealershipShowcase the dealership’s vehicles and explain their features and warranties to customersAnswer customer questions about cars, and the purchase processAccompany customers on test drives, collecting licenses and documentation beforehand per bestpracticesNegotiate car prices and trade-in values for customers’ vehiclesCoordinate with the finance department to determine each customer’s financing and ownership optionsContact past customers to ensure they are satisfied with their vehiclesMinimum Requirements:MatricPrevious Sales ExperienceValid driver’s licenseComputer literateGood communication skillsN.B. (Only candidates that meet the criteria will be shortlisted and contacted).N.B. (Only candidates with Automotive Industry experience will be considered and contacted for this position).

Our well known Commercial dealer client based in Polokwane Limpopo currently holds a vacancy for a PRE-OWNED TRUCK SALES EXECUTIVES with a proven track record.Preferably looking for a Truck Sales Executive with minimum of 3 years sales experience.This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to attract clients; provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of sales on an ongoing basis.The candidate for this position will be responsible for selling Trucks for personal and commercial use. Their duties include meeting with customers to discuss their needs, promoting sales offers at their dealership, and participating in test drives with interested customers. Sales executives are responsible for making customers feel welcome and supported through the vehicle -purchasing process.Duties and Responsibilities:The responsibilities of a Sales Executive include the following tasks:Greet customers arriving at the dealershipShowcase the dealership’s vehicles and explain their features and warranties to customersAnswer customer questions about Trucks, and the purchase processAccompany customers on test drives, collecting licenses and documentation beforehand per best practicesNegotiate Truck prices and trade-in values for customers’ vehiclesCoordinate with the finance department to determine each customer’s financing and ownership optionsContact past customers to ensure they are satisfied with their vehiclesMinimum Requirements:MatricPrevious Truck Sales ExperienceValid driver’s license Code 10 & 14Computer literateGood communication skills