Senior Technical Buyer

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement and stores team;
• Manage the buying process;
• Provide technical / commercial to develop awareness of manufacturing processes and improve product knowledge;
• Interface between supplier and entity with respect to specifications and budgets;
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials;
• Coordinate with internal teams regarding supply needs;
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible;
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency;
• Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues.

 

Requirements:

• Should hold a qualification  in Business & Administration or Procurement;
• Be computer literate and able to use MS Office, Outlook etc;
• Able to meet deadlines;
• Have good organisation, leadership, written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong sourcing capabilities;
• Previous work experience in a similar position, within the Marine, Oil and Gas industry will be considered an asset.