Description<\/p>\n
\tAssist with effective sourcing strategies to optimise procurement processes and improve efficiency;
\n\tEnsure compliance with company policies and procedures by procuring only from QA-approved vendors, safeguarding organisational interests;
\n\tAssist the Manager with identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers in collaboration with the procurement team, facilitating audits and credit applications through the Finance Department;
\n\tEnhance procurement agility by streamlining processes and improving response times;\u00a0
\n\tMaintain accurate procurement documentation, ensuring all relevant records are uploaded to the designated Procurement Drive\/s for audit purposes;\u00a0
\n\tMonitor procurement spending to identify cost savings and support data-driven decision-making. Conduct financial assessments of supplier expenditures for reporting purposes to the line Manager;\u00a0
\n\tSourcing and procurement of technical aviation components, ensuring compliance with specifications, airworthiness standards, and operational requirements;\u00a0
\n\tReview technical specifications, engineering drawings, and OEM documentation to ensure procurement aligns with operational and maintenance requirements;\u00a0
\n\tMonitor supplier performance, addressing issues such as non-conformance, delayed deliveries, or non-compliance with technical specifications;
\n\tProvide procurement support for maintenance, engineering, and operational teams, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations;\u00a0
\n\tCollaborate with technical teams to resolve issues related to parts, components, and equipment specifications;
\n\tSupport budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiatives within the procurement function;
\n\tDrive continuous improvement in procurement processes, particularly for technical sourcing, specification compliance, and risk management;
\n\tEnsure all procurement activities comply with South African aviation regulations (SACAA), company policies, and industry best practices;\u00a0
\n\tImplement controls to mitigate procurement risks, including counterfeit parts, supplier failures, and contract disputes;
\n\tParticipate in internal audits and support external audits with a focus on technical compliance;
\n\tKeep abreast of industry developments and market trends relevant to procurement activities. Support supplier assessment, risk mitigation, development, and relationship management with both internal and external stakeholders;
\n\tMonitor backorders in ERP systems to ensure ontime and in-full deliveries;
\n\tManage open requisitions and open orders on the ERP system, ensuring timely closure to reduce financial impact;\u00a0
\n\tMinimise GRV suspense by ensuring timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices, including reviewing and approving them in coordination with Procurement, Warehousing, and Finance teams. Verify employees’ clocking times, overtime requests, and completion of overtime forms, and ensure leave submissions are accurate for management approval;\u00a0
\n\tEnsure compliance with all relevant legal, safety, and procedural obligations;\u00a0
\n\tAssist with the procurement and replacement of stock items as well as ad-hoc commodities and services;\u00a0
\n\tMaintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
\n\tEnsure procurement activities align with company specifications and operational requirements;
\n\tEncourage, promote, and embody a spirit of teamwork;
\n\tAssess and optimise the performance of direct reports;
\n\tGuide, support and develop direct reports Support the Manager in handling disciplinary procedures;
\n\tKnowledge of Procurement best practices and sourcing strategies;
\n\tUnderstanding of commercial shipping, INCO terms, and regulatory compliance;
\n\tStrong understanding of aviation regulations, airworthiness requirements, and SACAA compliance;
\n\tERP procurement systems (e.g., TRAX, Qiikview);\u00a0
\n\tTechnical knowledge of aircraft systems, components, and maintenance requirements.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
\tGrade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);\u00a0
\n\tBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aviation Maintenance, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field; alternatively, a relevant Maintenance Trade qualification (Essential);\u00a0\u00a0
\n\tMinimum of 7 years’ experience in Aviation Supply Chain with a technical focus, including at least 2 years in a Supervisory role (Essential);
\n\tExperience with technical specifications, OEM documentation, and aviation component sourcing (Essential);
\n\tWilling to work overtime and standby;
\n\tProficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook);
\n\tExcellent communication skills (written and verbal);
\n\tGood negotiations and networking skills;
\n\tCritical thinking and problemsolving skills;
\n\tGood analytical skills;
\n\tTelephone and email etiquette;
\n\tExcellent attention to detail;
\n\tDeadline driven;
\n\tImmaculate time keeping;\u00a0
\n\tGood interpersonal skills;
\n\tDetail orientated.<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
flysafair.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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