PROCUREMENT OFFICER (X2 POSTS) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

Grade 12 Purchasing and Supply Management Certificate or related (NQF Level 5) 3 years in purchasing / buying / tenders / contracts Experience in I-procurement / RFQ purchasing Knowledge of an ERP system [Oracle, SAP, etc.] Knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA and BBBEE requirements I-procurement / RFQ purchasing Basic reporting writing skills Communication skills Computer literacy (Advanced MS Excel)- Prioritising skills Ability to work independently within a team Time management Telephone etiquette Assertiveness / Ability to be firm Planning and Organisational skills Deadline driven Attention to detail Numeric skills. Enquiries may be directed Funda Nobatyi @ 041 395 6162, e-mail application to [email protected] 21

Source and evaluate quotations, equipment and suppliers to meet the end-users needs within NHLS nationally that comply with the relevant acts, regulations, policies, procedures and end users’ requirements and to draft a summary quotation and any other further request for quotes so it complies with price and BBBEE scoring. Assist in the RFQ process for R1 to R500k quotations by ensuring correctness of RFQs published, following process for RFQs submitted, completing technical evaluation to ensure that quotes comply with user requirements and negotiate for better prices on RFQs where needed as well as dealing with the deviation in tender/purchasing process in terms of par 9 of the NHLS procurement policy when required, e.g. Ebola outbreak, track care, malaria, etc. Research additional / alternative suppliers on the internet, alternative goods from current suppliers / internet and alternative suppliers to replace absolute products in order to meet the end-users needs within NHLS. Keep abreast of black-listed companies, ensuring that the NHLS doesn’t use them and in the process stand the chance to lose money or to transgress the list as published by National Treasury. Attend consultant presentations and ensure that all NHLS requirements are covered by asking relevant questions if needed. Execute the purchasing function [including expediting back orders and report on the outline] according to policy and procedure to ensure deliveries are expedited timeously. Facilitate the site meetings for sites in need of maintenance and/or renovations. Run monthly reports as required to be used as management information. Practice good corporate governance by complying with the relevant acts, regulations, policies and procedures to ensure compliance of auditing prescripts by ensuring that orders are printed and filed for record and auditing purposes. Support regional buyers by conducting informal coaching sessions to get them upskilled to the required level.

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