Officer, Buyer

  • Business Segment: Group Functions

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To execute the day to day buying of non-catalogue items as aligned to the category and commodity plans, including supplier identification, obtaining quotes, negotiation, and supplier selection, where applicable. Maintaining a focus on the compliance management and cost saving, to minimise Procurement costs and optimise benefits for Stanbic Botswana while enabling the achievement of the organisation’s targets.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Purchasing and Procurement

Experience Required
Procurement
3-4 years

Experience in commodity buying, with accountability for a category of products and/or services.  A proven track record in procurement execution with negotiation skills. An ability to effectively communicate with multiple and varied internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Information

Behavioral Competencies:

  • Adopting Practical Approaches
  • Articulating Information
  • Checking Details
  • Convincing People
  • Documenting Facts
  • Establishing Rapport
  • Examining Information
  • Following Procedures
  • Meeting Timescales
  • Producing Output
  • Providing Insights
  • Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

  • Dispute Resolution
  • Procurement Knowledge
  • Procurement Process
  • Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control

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