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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 22, 2026. ABB scores B on the Alion truth index.
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.
This position reports to:
Procurement Manager__
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will have the opportunity to purchase materials according to required technical specifications, price, delivery schedule, and terms. Each day, you will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team.
The work model for the role is: Onsite/ Hybrid
This role is contributing to the AUPI in South Africa.
You will be mainly accountable for:
- Initiating Purchase Orders in the system, according to the purchase requisitions and in alignment with standard procedures, and confirming delivery with suppliers, monitoring, and tracking supplier performance to PO requirements.
- Negotiating agreements with main suppliers and periodically renews price lists and terms and conditions.
- Recommending frame agreements to management and executing upon approval.
- Analysing and evaluating bids to determine the optimal value.
Our team dynamics
You will join a dynamic, talented, high performing team, where you will be able to thrive.
Qualifications for the role
- Strong abilities to work closely with Engineering and Project Management teams.
- Ability to demonstrate your experience in Project procurement, negotiation skills, problem solving, work under pressure
- Possess knowledge of SAP ERP, PPT, SAP ARIBA (an advantage) and MS Excel
- Relevant Procurement and Logistics qualification.
- You are at ease communicating in English
What’s in it for you?
We want you to bring your full self to work on your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates an impact you can see and feel, every day.
Benefits
From well-being to retirement, ABB offers benefits that support every stage of your career.
More about us
We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory
Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, including people with disabilities, in line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and Employment Equity Act requirements.
Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.