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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
 
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
 
The ARC-Agricultural Engineering (ARC-AE) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Silverton, Pretoria:
 
BUYER
 
 
Key Performance Areas:
 Processing of purchase requisitions,
 Requesting of quotations,
 Processing of purchase orders prior to or after the receipt of goods and/or services,
 Following up on outstanding orders and ensuring compliance to specifications, deliveries to the premises and collection of goods by end users,
 Timely processing of invoices for payment of goods and/or services,
 Monitoring the performance of suppliers in terms of the various aspects of Supply Chain Management such as the receipt of goods and/or services,
 Issuing of store items to end users.
 
Requirements:
 Bachelor’s Degree/B Com/National Diploma in Supply Chain Management (SCM) specifically in Sourcing, Supply Management or Purchasing Management,
 Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in the Finance or similar environment,
 Knowledge, experience and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and related legislation,
 Demonstrate understanding of communication between end users, SCM, Finance and service providers and importance of providing feedback on progress,
 Computer literacy and proficiency in the MS Office suite,
 Exposure to the Microsoft Dynamics AX system,
 Good analytical skills, report writing and organizational skills.
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Enquires: Mr JM Mothupi, Tel (012) 310 2500
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 07 DECEMBER 2020
 
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens.
 
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality. 
 
NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be e-mail to mailto: ISCWCV@arc.agric.za. 
 
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint.

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