Job Purpose\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tTo implement, control and manage the procurement process incorporating best business practices within SAAT area, whilst proactively reducing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by negotiating long term supply and service agreements with vendors selected via a tender process, reducing the vendor base and administration costs though e-commerce solutions without compromising personnel safety and that of aircraft as defined in the prescribed regulation guidelines of the applicable aviation authorities.<\/p>\n
Principal Accountabilities\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tImplement commodity sourcing strategies ad plans in order to maximize financial benefits for SAAT.
\n\tDevelop and implement a procurement plan for projects so that direction and objectives of the department are optimally planned, executed and monitored in line with the companies\u2019 objectives and policies
\n\tPlan long term and short-term strategies for commodities, that will result achieving optimal benefit for the organisation (pricing, reciprocal work, discounts, etc)
\n\tAnalyse SAAT spend data to identify supply chain projects in order to maximise financial benefit
\n\tConsult with Engineering and SAA Fleet when reviewing alternatives for commodity groups.
\n\tGenerate timelines to provide projects in order of value enhancements to SAAT
\n\tEnsure that Benchmarking, Spend Analysis, Research, etc are accomplished to reduce costs in the organisation
\n\tCo-ordinate and run tender process in accordance to policy and negotiate with recommended vendors before contracting
\n\tNegotiate or plan negotiation strategies within their teams
\n\tEnsure that savings are generated and savings targets are met
\n\tImplement market related and all benchmarked comparisons to focus on TCO reductions and value creation initiatives.
\n\tIdentify potential candidates for value managed relationships by market research and historical support.
\n\tDevelop, implement and monitor TCO modelling in line with SAAT\u2019s objectives and plan policies.
\n\tCo-ordinate an implementation\/transition of all approved projects
\n\tEstablish leverage and sharing of best practises by developing relationships with stakeholders of other airlines
\n\tEvaluate and negotiate contract and business decisions
\n\tAssess business requirements, end user needs and supply market capabilities for relevant commodity groups
\n\tEmploy various strategies e.g. consignment agreements, staggered orders, take into consideration maintenance schedules when negotiating contracts.
\n\tDevelop and implement an interface with operational procurement to control vendor performance and improve information flow
\n\tVerify and evaluate critical requirements and suggest alternative solutions
\n\tCarry out due diligence
\n\tEnsure good governance in all contracts and projects
\n\tImplement Strategic Procurement contract decisions in order to ensure compliance with agreed SLA\u2019s.
\n\tManage the resolution of contractual discrepancies to ensure adherence.
\n\tImplement management control measures for vendor compliance with contractual issues
\n\tReview contracts periodically with vendors and provide feedback to all relevant stakeholders
\n\tBuild and maintain supplier relationship through constructive interaction
\n\tOversee, monitor and control overall procurement deliverables<\/p>\n
Qualifications & Experience\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tDegree in B.com Engineering or B.com and 5 years\u2019 procurement experience (Airline experience will be advantageous)<\/p>\n
OR<\/p>\n
\t3 years\u2019 experience, and a relevant NFQ 5 Purchasing qualification<\/p>\n
OR<\/p>\n
\tSenior Buyer with 6 years\u2019 experience and relevant qualification<\/p>\n
OR<\/p>\n
\tTechnician with 2 years\u2019 experience, and relevant Purchasing qualification plus 3 years\u2019 procurement experience<\/p>\n
OR<\/p>\n
\tTechnical diploma (N6\/T3) with 5 years Technical buying experience and relevant Purchasing qualification<\/p>\n
Must have a valid driver\u2019s license<\/p>\n
\tStrategic sourcing – Aviation 4 years – Essential
\n\tOperational Procurement – Aviation 2 years – Essential
\n\tConstruct effective presentations\/management reports – 2 years – Advantageous
\n\tProcurement – 5 years – Advantageous<\/p>\n
Knowledge and Skills\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tSAAT Organisation, policies and procedures
\n\tRegulatory requirements. SACAA, EASA and FAA.
\n\tSound knowledge of AMOS and Impact, Excel MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
\n\tCost Control
\n\tIndustry Knowledge
\n\tGood knowledge of BBBEE, Corporate Governance principles , PFMA, PPPFA, National Treasury regulations
\n\tIntranet \/ Internet \/ Extranet Collaboration<\/p>\n
Deadline:11th June,2026<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
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