Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

Job Specification (not totally inclusive)

 

Analyzing commodities: build and maintain TCO, BCC matrix, usage analysis, and spend analysis; Analyzing supplier market, build and maintain its matrix, cost model, technological developments, and commercial trends; Ensuring the procurement of goods and services is consistent with the procurement policy and business requirements; Managing contracts to ensure all terms are complied with; and drawing up contracts and getting approval when required; Participating in identifying and implementing cost reduction initiatives; Analyzing price adjustment requests, negotiating, and recommending prices changes; Monitoring supplier performance via SAP and address deviation; Scheduling, facilitating, and chairing monthly management meetings with suppliers; Participating  in determining commodity and sourcing strategies; Identifying suppliers, drawing up and issuing RFQ’s; and Evaluating  tenders and participating in supplier selection. Minimum Skills required.

 

Grade 12; Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management / Engineering is required; At least five years’ experience working in procurement of industrial commodities in Manufacturing/Engineering environment; Sound knowledge of strategic sourcing practices and processes in a commodity management environment; An exposure to Strategic Sourcing i.e., Facilitating First Articles is essential; Sound understanding of Preferential Procurement; Ability to interpret technical concepts; SAP/R3 experience and; must be computer literate in MS office suit (advanced excel); and Valid driver’s license and own transport. Behavioural Competencies required.

 

Must have good leadership skills and can communicate at all levels; Must have good interpersonal, relationship building and negotiation skills; Excellent problem solving, analytical skills and commercially minded;  and Must be agile and able to prioritize work tasks to support business requirements.

 

Applicants whose skills, competencies, and experience best match the above requirements will be invited for an interview.