Advanced Buyer
Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of |
Date Posted | December 3, 2023 |
Category | Management |
Job Type | Full-time |
Currency | TZS |
Description
About the job
Winid is a game-changer that puts TALENT SOURCING at the heart of its business model.
We firmly believe that talented people are the crucial element for the success of organizations. We understand it as Augmented Talent by putting technology and AI at the service of people.
We aim to reach excellence in attracting, training, and equipping the finest talent acquisition consultants globally.
About the client :
Our client is a multinational company within the automotive industry.
Job Description :
The Advanced Buyer involves playing a strategic role in procurement management to ensure an efficient and effective flow of electronic components required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, evaluate, and select strategic suppliers of electronic components.
- Develop and maintain robust relationships with key suppliers, ensuring collaboration and alignment with company objectives.
- Monitor electronic components market trends continuously.
- Assess product availability and pricing in the global market.
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers, securing favorable conditions in terms of costs, delivery times, quality, and flexibility.
- Implement contractual clauses to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Implement processes for continuous assessment and improvement of purchased product quality.
- Work closely with engineering, production, and finance teams to align the supply chain with overall business objectives.
- Constantly seek opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
- Evaluate new technologies and practices to stay current in the industry.
- Job Requirements:Education:
A degree in Electronic Engineering is mandatory; however, a Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification in electronics for passive and discrete electronics will be considered valid.Experience:
A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in electronics is required, with experience in the automotive sector. Previous experience in purchasing is a plus.Technical and social skills:
- Strong technical knowledge in electronics.
- Effective communication and team collaboration skills.
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills, especially in interactions with international and engineering teams.
- Languages: Fluency in English and Spanish essential.Other requirements:
Ability to travel as required for the role.