• Job Description

  Req#: 10929

  DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

  At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

  As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

  Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

  ABOUT HILLSIDE:

  Our Hillside Aluminium smelter in Richards Bay produces high-quality, primary aluminium for the domestic and export markets.

  WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

  Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

  Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

  South 32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

  ABOUT THE ROLE:

  This role is a permanent full-time position.

  As a Specialist Purchasing you will be responsible to provide specialist advice and execute major and minor capital purchasing and contracting services; ensuring effective resource utilization; meeting operational capital procurement and sourcing procurement needs, in a timely and effective manner, adhering to defined policies and procedures.

  Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

  • Ensure capital procurement and sourcing needs are met in a timely and effective manner in accordance with South32 policies, procedures and statutory requirements;

  • Create and maintain accurate Request for Quotations (RFQs) ensuring timely responses from vendors;

  • Negotiate pricing to ensure value for money paid taking a “total cost of ownership” approach;

  • Where required, draft commercial contracts for the procurement of capital goods and services;

  • Convert approved material Purchase Requisitions manually into POs;

  • Ensure all purchase order adjustments are carried out in accordance with South32 Supply processes and procedures and immediately report all non-compliant transactions to the Lead Purchasing for appropriate follow-up action;

  • Continually seek opportunities to improve the overall efficiency of the Purchasing sub-function.

  ABOUT YOU:

  You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

  • Relevant professional experience in Purchasing or Sourcing or Engineering Project Management or Finance is essential;

  • 3 years and more experience in Purchasing or Sourcing or Engineering Projects or Finance is essential;

  • Understanding of financial and business concepts to analyse and maximize commercial outcomes will be essential;

  • Procure to pay understanding is advantageous;

  • Knowledge of SAP Materials Management is advantageous;

  • Mining & Metals experience will be advantageous;

  • Experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment will be advantageous.

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  Qualifications for this role are:

  • Degree/BTech/National Diploma (3 years) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, Engineering, Law or Commerce

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  South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

  (Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups)

  Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website http://careers.south32.net

  This advertisement will close on 25 March 2024.

• About the company

  South32 is a mining and metals company headquartered in Perth, Western Australia.

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