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PASSENGER RAIL AGENCY OF SOUTH AFRICA (PRASA)
 
RE- ADVERTISEMENT (INTERNAL & EXTERNAL) 
 
JOB TITLE: Sourcing Specialist 
SALARY GROUP: C4 
LOCATION: Johannesburg 
DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain Management 
REFERENCE: R&S/JHB/SCM/SS/10/2020 R&S/JHB/PS/FM/01/2018
 
Mission
To acquire goods and services from external suppliers and/or service providers to meet the requirements of end users in a cost-effective manner through adherence to the tendering policy, procedures and practices.
 
 
KPA:
• Ensure compliance with and implementation of PRASA CRES’s procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure procurement deliver services in line with Company objectives and other external stakeholders.
• Ensure reduction to the cost of purchasing goods, works and services in line with Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles.
• Manage relationship with internal customers and suppliers.
• Advise employees and suppliers regarding processes, policies and procedures.
• Manage performance of employees.
• Coordinate Tender processes.
• Consolidates and Compile records.
• Coordinate and convene BEC meetings.
• Prepare submissions for adjudication and recommendation reports for approval.
 
Knowledge: • Knowledge of the Supply Chain Management Policy, Principles and practice of effective procurement and financial awareness, Business environment and continuity, Tender process administration and guidelines, Developing tender / contracts and request for proposal documents, Sourcing in MRO and other goods and services, Procurement and Tender Administration, Supply Chain Management Policy, Understanding of relevant legislation: PFMA; PPPFA; CIDB; BBBEE; Treasury Regulations, Knowledge of SAP System and MS Office, Strong knowledge and experience in corporate governance.
 
 
Skills: • Good reporting writing skills, Good communication skills both verbal and written, Computer Skills – Excel, Word, Power Point, Understanding of policies and procedures, Planning and Organizing, Projects management Skills, Negotiation Skills, Facilitation Skills, People management Skills, Data analysis Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Management Skills, Positive leadership Skills.
 
Attitude: • Pro-active, Honesty, Able to meet deadlines, Able to work independently, Professional, Responsible, Disciplined, Supportive, Credible, Honest, Result orientated, Deadlines orientated, Punctual, Customer focus, Accurate, Systematic, Solution driven, Creative and Innovative, Attention to detail, Cultural sensitivity, Quality oriented and Team Player.
 
Minimum Requirements:
• Grade 12
• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management/ Purchasing / Procurement / Logistics / Business Management.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Buyer / Procurement Officer.
Added advantage
• Registration with CIPS will be an added advantage.
• Driver’s License (Code 08)
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Closing Date: 15 December 2020
 
Please note that the placement will be in line with the company Employment Equity plan. Should you not hear from us in three months from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
Please apply by submitting your CV together with recently certified (not more than 3 months) copy of ID & certificates to: e-mail: recruitment.sgr@prasa.com
(PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE DISCARDED)
 
As per PRASA Employment Equity Plan, this position is earmarked as follows:
Male: African, Indian, Coloured, White
Female: African, Indian, Coloured, White