SUMMARY:
An engineering firm specialising in the design, supply, and refurbishment of medium to heavy-duty castings, fabrications, and unit equipment is looking for a Procurement and Estimating Officer.
This role involves analysing various proposals and requirements to prepare accurate cost estimates for clients/customers. Attention to detail and data accuracy are crucial.
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers & customers.
- Review of customer requirements and requesting compliant quotations from suppliers.
- Placing of orders approved by the Managing Director.
- Compare supplier proposals for price and specifications.
- Estimating & preparing quotations to ensure profitability.
- Maintaining awareness of global currency fluctuations.
- Project / Tender proposals.
- Negotiate with vendors to reduce costs if necessary.
- Preparation of Purchase orders using applicable software.
- Preparation of Job files – ensuring all relevant documentation is included.
- General sales support.
- Filing & General administrative duties – both electronic and hard copy.
- Daily accurate updating of Google sheets (live).
- Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Present prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
- Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Analyzing requirement documents, blueprints and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the work order.
- Preparing material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors
- Managing bids from vendors and contractors.
- Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders.
- Compiling and recording actual costs.
- Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
- Maintain contact and relationships with private individuals and other organizations.
- Maintain cost database by entering and backing up data.
- Continually update technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Demonstrate flexibility in an ever changing and improving environment coupled with a positive attitude and a high standard of self-conduct.
- Attend any meetings/training sessions as requested by Management, taking on board any further actions requested.
- Comply with further training/implementation of improvements.
- Co-operate with Management and carry out any duties and responsibilities required to perform the role.
Required Skills and Competencies:- 3-5 years of experience as a Procurement and/or Estimating Clerk/Officer.
- Matric/Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Relevant work experience within Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel, MS Word, and Industry related software (logistics).
- Attention to detail and data driven.
- Data accuracy is KEY!!
- In depth knowledge and understanding of the RFQ process.
- Keeping abreast of latest industry developments, new technologies, techniques, and best practices in the Engineering Industry.
- Clear criminal record with no convictions.
- Medical fitness certificate.
- Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
- Time management skills
- Ability to multitask.
- Team player and willing to provide additional support and assistance to the relevant functions or departments.
- Effective organizational skills.
- Ability to work using own initiative and motivation.
- Demonstrate flexibility in busy times where possible.
- Willingness to adapt to change.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to display a practical hands-on approach.
- Analyse, solve problems & take correct action.
- Customer Focused
- Planning and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
- High levels of integrity and confidentiality
- Must be able to work well in teams.
Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, should you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.
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