Building Buyer

Talent Candey; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A construction procurement company in Centurion is seeking a Building Buyer to manage supplier relationships and procurement processes. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in construction buying, a National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, and strong negotiation skills. This is an office-based position with competitive remuneration and benefits, including medical aid, provident fund, and risk cover.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident fund

Risk cover

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Buyer in the Building Construction industry.
• Experience in construction procurement.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement costs by securing competitive pricing.
• Negotiate and manage supplier performance.
• Place and follow up on orders for timely delivery.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and internal stakeholder relationships.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, terms, and contracts.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Strong negotiation and commercial acumen

Excellent planning, organisation, and time-management skills

Analytical and detail-oriented approach

Ability to build effective supplier relationships

Sound knowledge of construction materials and procurement processes

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

National Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Build Smart

Computer literacy

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Our Construction Client is seeking a Building Buyer based in Centurion. The role is office based, Monday – Friday 07 :

Remuneration: Market Related. Benefits: Medical aid + dependent, provident fund, risk cover.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Minimum 5 years experience as a Buyer in the Building Construction industry (not civil) and at least 5 years experience in construction procurement
• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management
• Computer literacy
• Build Smart experience
• Valid driver's license
• Reporting Structure: Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement costs by securing competitive pricing within project allowables.
• Negotiate and manage supplier performance, delivery timelines, and quality standards.
• Place and follow up on orders to ensure materials are delivered on time.
• Build and maintain strong supplier and internal stakeholder relationships.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, terms, and contracts to optimize commercial outcomes.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, products, and cost‑saving opportunities.

Core Competencies

• Strong negotiation and commercial acumen
• Excellent planning, organisation, and time‑management skills
• Analytical and detail‑oriented approach
• Ability to build effective supplier relationships
• Sound knowledge of construction materials and procurement processes

Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.