Pedros Chicken in South Africa is looking for a Personal Assistant

Provide support to the Group Procurement Manager in managing and executing purchasing operations.

Provide support to the Group Procurement Manager in managing and executing purchasing operations
Assist with the administration for the procurement of goods and services, maintaining accurate procurement records and ensuring that the procurement processes adhere to company policies and legal standards
Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, taking minutes of meetings and managing correspondence related to procurement activities
Supplier credit applications, manage supplier credit application process from start to finish
Data capturing for reporting
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and manage tasks
Assist in the preparation and processing of purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures
Monitor and track the status of orders, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services
Communicate with suppliers to resolve issues related to pricing, delivery and quality of goods and services
Support the procurement team with administrative work when negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers
Help in capturing data to evaluate supplier performance and compliance
Assist recording and building a database for the analysis of market trends and supplier performance to support strategic procurement decisions
Ensure the procurement database and records are accurate and up to date
Support the implementation of procurement strategies to optimize cost savings and efficiency
Ability to maintain confidentiality

REQUIREMENTS:

Degree in Business or Supply Chain Management (or any related field)
Proven experience as a personal assistant, administrative assistant or in a similar role (ideally within procurement or the supply chain environment)
Strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain management principles
Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement software

DEADLINE: 31 May 2024