Location – Town \/ City Uitenhage
\nType of Position: STRATEGIC TALENT POOL:<\/p>\n
What is the Strategic Talent Pool?<\/p>\n
Volkswagen Group South Africa is continuously looking for individuals with expertise in the Maintenance field.<\/p>\n
The aim of the strategic talent pool is to build a database of skilled individuals in the Maintenance field. Please note that there may not currently be positions available and screening will only commence once positions become available. Individuals will be notified via email as soon as a position in their field of expertise becomes available.
\nJob Description and Responsibilities WANTED<\/p>\n
Technically qualified employees for a newly established function within the Purchasing Division.<\/p>\n
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PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Actively track and control Purchase Part development at suppliers to ensure sample part delivery according to pre-determined milestones and specification
\n\u2022 Conduct regular supplier visits to monitor progress
\n\u2022 Pre-empting possible problems with tool design or manufacture
\n\u2022 Troubleshooting (identifying problems and implementing fixes) during the development phase to prevent and \/ or minimize delays in development and disruptions to production
\n\u2022 Co-ordinate internal communication to ensure a single communication channel to suppliers
\n\u2022 Provide technical support to Commodity buyers, regarding tooling related issues of parts required for serial production<\/p>\n
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Education and Experience <\/strong><\/p>\n REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:<\/p>\n \u2022 A Technical Degree \/ Diploma or
\n\u2022 A technical trade (e.g. Toolmaker) supported by an NTC 6 qualification. Forging\/casting experience advantageous.
\n\u2022 At least 5 years experience in key technologies such as plastics, metallic, electrical or manufacturing processes
\n\u2022 Experience in tool manufacturing or design
\n\u2022 Experience in Pilot Hall or Supplier Quality would be an advantage or
\n\u2022 Purchasing Qualification with at least 5 years experience in abovementioned fields<\/p>\n