Buyer

Glencore is one of the worlds largest global diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Through a network of assets, customers and suppliers that spans the globe, we produce, process, recycle, source, market and distribute the commodities that advance everyday life.

With over 140,000 employees and contractors and a strong footprint in over 30 countries in both established and emerging regions for natural resources, our marketing and industrial activities are supported by a global network of offices.

Glencores customers are industrial consumers, such as those in the automotive, steel, power generation, battery manufacturing and oil sectors. We also provide financing, logistics and other services to producers and consumers of commodities.

The incumbent in this role is responsible for purchasing goods and services according to set parameters of quality and standards to support Operations in achieving its objectives and goals in line with the Procurement Policies and Procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Effectively sourcing the correct goods and services.
• Liaising with business and suppliers to ensure effective service delivery to business.
• Driving effective procurement practices in support of the delivery of goods and services.
• Receiving, administering, and processing procurement documentation.
• Co-ordinating the delivery times and communicate with the suppliers on issues related to quality or non-conformance.
• Following up and actioning outstanding orders on the system.
• Managing business and suppliers queries.
• Conforming to Procurement Policies and Procedures.
• Behaving in a safe manner and complying with relevant Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Grade 12.
• A relevant tertiary qualification (NQF level 5) or an N3 certificate with Engineering Subjects and a valid Trade Certificate.
• Drivers License (Code EB/08).

Minimum Experience:

• 2 Years experience in Supply Chain and/or Finance.
• MS Office Proficiency.
• SAP and Coupa experience will be advantageous.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Ability to apply practical skills and common sense to solve problems and deliver accountabilities.
• Ability to drill into the detail of issues to determine root cause while considering urgency, importance, risk and reward factors.
• Ability to be target focused and meets deadlines, is punctual and keeps to schedule, and is reliable in finishing tasks.
• Ability to adhere to rules and regulations, follow instructions and limit risk of non-compliance to the business.