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The incumbent will source quotations, compare prices, raise purchase orders and expedite deliveries to ensure that materials, equipment and services are procured cost effectively and on time to support production and service requirements, in compliance with SAP processes, procurement procedures, and the Zimplats Business Management System (BMS).\nREFERENCE NUMBER - PJI2610001\nDATE OF DISTRIBUTION - 05 October 2026\nCLOSING DATE -12 October 2026\nDEPARTMENT AND LOCATION -Technical and Projects Management, Mupani Mine\nJOB TITLE - Buyer\nJOB GRADING -C4\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:\nDiploma or Degree in Purchasing and Supply or Stores Management. \nMinimum of 4 years' relevant procurement experience.\nKEY COMPETENCIES:\nSound knowledge of the procurement function, policies and procedures. \nKnowledge of mine management and safety regulations.\nKnowledge of regional trade agreements and Zimbabwean statutory and regulatory requirements relating to procurement and importation.\nStrong negotiation, analytical and supplier management skills.\nAbility to plan order placement effectively, manage long lead times and respond to exchange rate movements.\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n Analyse purchase requisitions to ensure clarity and completeness of material and equipment descriptions, quantities, quality and other requirements.\nEvaluate bid quotations for responsiveness to RFQs, considering commercial terms and conditions, price, delivery, quality control and other requisite factors.\nNegotiate, or assist in negotiating, the best price, delivery, payment terms, price escalation and other cost-related conditions.\nPlace orders and contracts with selected suppliers for local and foreign goods and services.\nExpedite outstanding orders and contracts to meet delivery dates, production targets and service requirements.\nConduct market intelligence and liaise with Stores on stock and delivery matters.\nAnalyse usage patterns in relation to purchase costs.\nEnsure completeness of the Procure to Pay process.\nEnsure compliance with SHEQ requirements within the buying function.\nAssist in the preparation of the departmental budget.\nWritten applications from persons meeting the above criteria together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of qualifications should be sent by 12 October 2026 to:\nThe Senior Human Resources Officer - Administration\nZimbabwe Platinum Mines (Private) Limited\n\"Buyer - Mupani Mine Project\"\nP.O. 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