Project Buyer (Auto)

An international automotive OEM which produces vehicles in over 10 countries is looking for suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Projects Buyer position in the Purchasing Projects & Central Functions Departement - Procurement (Kariega)

• to support new vehicle projects through effective planning, coordination, control and tracking.
• The role ensures that all parts and services are sourced at optimal cost, quality, delivery and sustainability, in line with the purchasing policies and legal requirements.

• Represent Purchasing in Fachgruppen and cross-functional project teams.
• Track and manage critical and non-critical parts against project milestones.
• Maintain Purchasing systems (e.g. TEVON, PROMON, AVON).
• Raise and manage Problem Sheets, AEKOs and Programme Points.
• Coordinate Commitment Meetings and track agreed part timings.
• Compile and present project status and launch reports.
• Escalate risks impacting build milestones.
• Interface with Suppliers, Engineering, Logistics, Production and Quality

• Degree or Diploma in Purchasing, Logistics, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Commerce or Business Management.
• Minimum 3 years Purchasing experience in the automotive industry.
• Working Experience on automotive/ raw material associations in Africa
• Business management & Project management skills
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Ability to interpret technical data
• Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and legal requirements
• Ability to analyses facts/situations and make decisions
• Stakeholder and conflict management
• High computer literacy (MS Office)
• Have sound understanding of auto production Systems i.e. PROMON, KVS, TEVON, AVON, BEON or similar
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• German language proficiency (advantageous)

• Excellent Oral and written Communication skills
• Excellent Presentation, Argumentation skills
• Planning and management skills
• Structured working style
• Computer Literacy is essential (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Self-motivated and driven
• Independent working style
• Strong Teamwork skills
• Full availability to perform international business trips (within Africa)
• Multicultural competence
• Leadership and delegation
• Fluent in English
• Proficiency in German would be an added advantage