PGM Consultant
PGM Consultant
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PGM Consultant
The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Platinum Group Metal Consultant position in the Purchasing Metallic Department - Purchasing (Kariega)
Brief Role Description
The PGM Consultant role is quite comprehensive and crucial for ensuring smooth operations and strategic alignment within VWSA and the broader VW-Group. The position plays a pivotal role in managing PGM (Platinum Group Metals) procurement and inventory, supporting various teams with forecasts and problem-solving, and ensuring the uninterrupted supply of key components.
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Identify and ensure correction variances in PGM Pool Inventory volumes at each of the Coaters and Canners by doing monthly variance reports from SAP to ensure the correct price level.
- Conduct audit physical inventory at location at each of the Canners at the end of the year to ensure correct stock levels.
- Analyze Inventory requirements by verifying the quantities with the suppliers to sustain the PGM supply chain.
- Prepare and present, for approval, the Financial Liquidity report to ensure that we are within budget.
- Prepare and issue PGM Purchase Order Authorisations to PGM Traders via SAP to ensure timeous availability of PGM’s.
- Analyze and approve PGM Purchase Invoices received from the suppliers to ensure alignment to pre-approved pricing parameters for PGM Purchases.
- Issue PGM Sales invoices generated from SAP to PGM exporters to ensure timeous financial recovery within the stipulated cost model time frame
- Prepare the Bill of Materials for each component in SAP by creating and maintaining the correct specification level to prevent over and under recovery.
- Prepare and submit the Annual PGM Inventory forecast for Strategic Finance Planning Team to ensure optimal inventory levels.
- Prepare and submit the Beneficiation License Register (Diamond Report) to the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator in order to comply with legislation.
- Ensure alignment of selling price parameters between VW Group and South African Coaters and Canners to ensure correct pricing.
- Manage supplier capacity requirements by visiting and liaising with locals to support ongoing production for VW Group nominated parts.
- Prevent potential line stoppages by providing the necessary support and assisting Coaters and Canners with immediate and remedial actions to secure production.
- Troubleshooting and problem solving as and when required by involving all the relevant stakeholders to mitigate potential risks.
- Develop and maintain Work-Instructions pertaining to all PGM-related tasks and reports.
- Develop and maintain a Risk Assessment by involving the relevant departments for all PGM related tasks to prevent risks
Qualification requirements
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A Degree/National Diploma in the following disciplines – Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management. |
Experience needed
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Minimum 3 years of direct Purchasing experience in the automotive or related industry |
Essentials
|
Added Advantage
|
Proficiency in German |
Note:
Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications to be considered for this position
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 19th May 2025.
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
The future of mobility is changing. What do we contribute to this? Volkswagen produces vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in more than 150 markets worldwide. Electromobility, smart mobility and digital transformation are our core topics for the future. For many millions of people, Volkswagen is the epitome of mobility- not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of it and help develop new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You can expect a diverse team that supports you and with whom you can grow together and develop your potential.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Platinum Group Metal Consultant position in the Purchasing Metallic Department - Purchasing (Kariega)
Brief Role Description
The PGM Consultant role is quite comprehensive and crucial for ensuring smooth operations and strategic alignment within VWSA and the broader VW-Group. The position plays a pivotal role in managing PGM (Platinum Group Metals) procurement and inventory, supporting various teams with forecasts and problem-solving, and ensuring the uninterrupted supply of key components.
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Identify and ensure correction variances in PGM Pool Inventory volumes at each of the Coaters and Canners by doing monthly variance reports from SAP to ensure the correct price level.
- Conduct audit physical inventory at location at each of the Canners at the end of the year to ensure correct stock levels.
- Analyze Inventory requirements by verifying the quantities with the suppliers to sustain the PGM supply chain.
- Prepare and present, for approval, the Financial Liquidity report to ensure that we are within budget.
- Prepare and issue PGM Purchase Order Authorisations to PGM Traders via SAP to ensure timeous availability of PGM’s.
- Analyze and approve PGM Purchase Invoices received from the suppliers to ensure alignment to pre-approved pricing parameters for PGM Purchases.
- Issue PGM Sales invoices generated from SAP to PGM exporters to ensure timeous financial recovery within the stipulated cost model time frame
- Prepare the Bill of Materials for each component in SAP by creating and maintaining the correct specification level to prevent over and under recovery.
- Prepare and submit the Annual PGM Inventory forecast for Strategic Finance Planning Team to ensure optimal inventory levels.
- Prepare and submit the Beneficiation License Register (Diamond Report) to the South African Diamond and Precious Metals Regulator in order to comply with legislation.
- Ensure alignment of selling price parameters between VW Group and South African Coaters and Canners to ensure correct pricing.
- Manage supplier capacity requirements by visiting and liaising with locals to support ongoing production for VW Group nominated parts.
- Prevent potential line stoppages by providing the necessary support and assisting Coaters and Canners with immediate and remedial actions to secure production.
- Troubleshooting and problem solving as and when required by involving all the relevant stakeholders to mitigate potential risks.
- Develop and maintain Work-Instructions pertaining to all PGM-related tasks and reports.
- Develop and maintain a Risk Assessment by involving the relevant departments for all PGM related tasks to prevent risks
Qualification requirements
|
A Degree/National Diploma in the following disciplines – Purchasing, Logistics, Commerce, Finance or Business Management. |
Experience needed
|
Minimum 3 years of direct Purchasing experience in the automotive or related industry |
Essentials
|
Added Advantage
|
Proficiency in German |
Note:
Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications to be considered for this position
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 19th May 2025.
All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , Ext 4565 or e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
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