Buyer - Residential

Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.

* Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.

* Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.

* Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.

* Control PPE stock levels.

* Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.

* Analyse market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.

* Use Microsoft Projects to prepare, update and maintain work programs and order materials in coherence with the build program.

* Read bills, and schedule take offs from site drawings.

* Maintain and update the purchase order log.

* Maintain and update comparison workbooks.

* Add tender codes to purchase orders, purchase order workbook, and invoices.

Requirements:

* Possess a working knowledge of company policies and procedures.

* Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Exhibit strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.

* Possess excellent persuasion, negotiation, and judgment skills.

* Display exceptional management skills.

* Have working knowledge of financial analytics and profit and loss implications.

* Demonstrate superior presentation skills.

* Possess strong leadership skills.

* Have excellent technological knowledge and abilities.

* Exhibit exceptional mathematical abilities.

* Relevant experience in construction industry and material requirements.

* Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Projects).

* Proficient in appropriate software.

* Occasional domestic and/or international travel.