Bidvest Renewables Solutions Pty (Ltd)
Procurement Officer | 02/2023 - Present
- Lead logistics and procurement operations for renewable energy projects, ensuring seamless coordination of material stock levels and site resources.
- Managed supplier relationships, including selection, rating, and maintaining approved supplier registers, driving compliance with project specifications.
- Advised on risk management strategies for global sourcing and stakeholder engagement to safeguard brand reputation.
- Oversaw procurement for the EMS Division, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and compliance with industry standards.
- Managed logistics coordination, optimising the transportation of materials to ensure timely deliveries and cost efficiency.
- Led Letter of Credit (LC) negotiations, selecting optimal Incoterms to maximize savings while mitigating financial risks.• Compiled and presented monthly stock-on-hand (SOH) reports for the entire group, providing data-driven insights to support inventory decision-making.
- Created and maintained product codes for the group, ensuring consistency and efficiency in inventory tracking.
- Oversaw product maintenance on K8 ERP, optimising data accuracy and system integrity for streamlined procurement operations.
Gia Development Trades Cc
Purchasing and Projects Coordinator | 04/2017 – 10/2020
- Accountable for supporting and executing the operational and tactical procurement of goods in accordance with strategies, applicable policies, procedures, and specifications.
- Accurately created purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services within operable limits using Max ERP Systems.
- Ensured application of supply chain management policies and procedures within the company and utilised supply chain management systems to fulfil the function effectively.
- Negotiated competitive pricing with suppliers, expedited orders, and managed supplier contracts.
- Developed volume forecasts to guide business production plans and ensure supply met demand.
- Coordinated raw materials and supplies management and partnered with distribution teams to optimise transportation and warehousing strategies.
- Contributed to risk management within the organisation using Max ERP and LMIS System (SSETA/LGSETA/MICTSETA) for daily monitoring.
- Maintained project documentation and participated in estimating and preparing cost budgets.
