Buyer

Tower Group South Africa (PTY) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African purchasing firm based in Durban is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee the Purchasing Department. The role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of goods, and identifying cost savings opportunities. Candidates should have a Degree/Diploma in Purchasing and at least 5 years of experience as a Buyer. This position presents an opportunity to lead a critical function within the organization.

Qualifications

• Matric, Mathematics advantageous.
• At least 5 years relevant experience as a Buyer.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Purchasing Department to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and communicate supply problems.
• Conduct research to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage global supplier relationships and negotiate prices.
• Forecast usage and communicate forecasts with suppliers.

Skills

Supplier Management

Cost Control

Negotiation Skills

Forecasting

Education

Degree / Diploma in Purchasing

Job description

Job Summary :

To manage the Purchasing Department to ensure that goods are delivered on time, in acceptable quality, and at the correct price.

MINIMUM SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED (COMPETENCIES):

Matric, Mathematics advantageous.

At least 5 years relevant experience as a Buyer.

Degree / Diploma in Purchasing or a similar relevant industry qualification and experience.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Supplier Management:

• Maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on the business operations.

Import Management:

• Managing global supplier relationships.
• Placing forward orders and monitoring stock levels to ensure effective inventory replenishment in line with demand.
• Defining the commercial terms and ensuring documentation is completed and prepayments are made where required.

Local Forecasting:

• Forecasting usage and requirements for all local suppliers to be reviewed.
• Communicating forecasts with suppliers in advance to ensure alignment.

Cost Control:

• Conducting research to identify cost savings opportunities and communicate with management on suggested alternatives.
• Negotiating with suppliers when supplier increases are initiated and managing the supplier increase process.
• Communicating adjustments to forecasts.

Management Reporting:

• Reporting on supplier issues and working with suppliers and management to resolve issues.
• Reporting on price increases and decreases and managing the review process.

Strategic Supplier Relationships:

• Managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Ensure a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships.