SCC Senior Technical Buyer (Fixed Term)
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The purpose of this role is to evaluate equipment received for repair and to determine suitable source of supply for RFQs as well as assisting in the witnessing of testing where required negotiating placement and expediting Purchase Orders for materials for DB Technology DBGS and Namdeb operations. The role is also required to co-ordinate all repair equipment to be purchased from DBMN and to facilitate the tracking and receipt of all equipment through the rotable system via the Port Nolloth SCC or from vessel during in-port.
Key Tasks:
- Identifies and selects appropriate sources of supply.
- Receives verifies and actions approved purchase requisitions for the repair of equipment and where necessary the purchase of spare parts material and supplies.
- Performs technical and commercial evaluation of quotes received in consultation with end users.
- Negotiates trade terms and discount structures with vendors delivering cost savings.
- Monitors price and other market movements
- Administration (including but not limited to updating and maintenance of procurement and tender documents)
- Prepares purchase orders based on quotes analysis and end user input.
- Ability to analyse and interpret drawings data and equipment failures.
- Adheres to OHSAS and operational Policies and Procedures
- Provide advice and guidance to customers pertaining to equipment failures analysis and improvements.
- Establishes and maintains professional relationships with stakeholders (incl. vendors/suppliers customers team)
- Supplier audits and evaluations.
Qualifications :
- Trade Certification - Qualified artisan
Experience:
- 3 - 5 years Technical experience in a Marine and/or Mining environment
Additional Information :
Who we are:
De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.
Our experts have searched the world for natures most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds and our business to make life brilliant for our people our customers and the world around us.
Our Values:
Put Safety First We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.
Be Passionate We are exhilarated by the product we sell the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.
Pull Together Being united in purpose and action we will turn the diversity of our people skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.
Build Trust We will always listen first then act with openness honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish
Show we Care The people whose lives we touch their communities nations and the environment we share all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real lasting and makes us proud.
Shape the Future We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver
Closing date: 21 November 2025
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- HR Sourcing
- SAP
- Supply Chain Experience
- ERP Systems
- negotiation
- Materials Management
- Manufacturing
- MRP
- Contracts
About Company
Element Six, part of De Beers Group, is a global leader in the design, development and production of synthetic diamond and tungsten carbide supermaterials. With research and development facilities and manufacturing sites in the UK, Ireland, Germany, South Africa and the US, we have b ... View more
