The accomplishment of all duties delegated by the Senior Buyer or Procurement Manager. The procurement of allocated commodities at lowest cost consistent with material requisitions, departmental and project requirements and at correct delivery point within scheduled time limits The accomplishment of the duties listed in this Job Description either personally or by delegation to supervised personnel in accordance with their Job Descriptions. Preparation of project set-up i.e bidder lists , procedures, Procurement Schedules etc. Prepare and issue RFQ packages (E-procure) Arrange and attend with Senior Buyer pre-order meetings with Suppliers to confirm that all requirements will be met and that all commercial aspects including guarantees bonds etc are clarified. Issue notes of meetings. Prepare quotation summaries, and (CBA) commercial bid analysis including recommendation to award. Submit quotation summaries after technical approval to authorised Procurement Personnel for approval. Issuing of procurement Schedule Prepare and issue Purchase Orders Preparation of Purchase Order documents and issue for signatures in accordance with DOA Prepare any necessary order variation summaries, and amendments. Input all material progress data to relevant material management system or Progress Schedules. Managing of project Purchase Orders Attend all required progress meetings, and issue necessary correspondence as required. Prepare and distribute monthly Material Progress Schedule in accordance with requirements. Expedite and release of all equipment and material and action comments on Expediting Reports. Check and verify all necessary sub-orders that relevant standards and inspection requirements. Check that Supplier's documentation specified on the order is received on schedule. Maintain checks and actions until all final documents are issued and all Suppliers’ final documents are received (all required certification, data books, manuals etc). Operate the spare parts procedure and in particular check that: Purchase order Close outs Ensure the correct close out of orders in compliance with Client/project specific procedures Assist in the settlement of back charges and discrepancies when requested by authorised construction personnel. Qualifications: Grade 12 / Matric Project Purchasing background Desirable: Procurement Diploma / Degree Knowledge, skills and experience: 3 years’ experience in a project engineering environment Understanding of general practices, procedures and methods of procureme Personal attributes: Think strategically and plan accordingly Good communicator / negotiating skills Committed Results oriented. elationship