Buyer

SKG Properties; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SKG Properties is seeking a proactive Buyer & Office Administrator to manage procurement for our mechanical workshop and provide general administrative support. You will source parts, compare supplier quotes, negotiate terms, and maintain stock records to ensure smooth operations.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiation, organizational and communication skills, with experience in a mechanical or industrial setting and proficiency with Excel and procurement software.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is essential.
• Certificate or Diploma in Purchasing or a related field is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in purchasing, procurement, or buying.
• Experience within a mechanical workshop, engineering, manufacturing, automotive, or industrial environment preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical parts and workshop operations will be advantageous.
• Experience with inventory management and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase mechanical parts, consumables, tools, and workshop supplies.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Create and process purchase orders accurately and timeously.
• Monitor order status and follow up on deliveries to ensure parts arrive as required.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Identify alternative suppliers to reduce costs and improve supply reliability.
• Maintain purchasing records and documentation.
• Ensure workshop stock levels are maintained to meet operational requirements.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory control.
• Monitor stock availability and reorder critical items.
• Maintain supplier databases and pricing schedules.
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders and supplier invoices.
• Resolve supplier discrepancies relating to pricing, quantities, or deliveries.
• Track supplier performance regarding cost, quality, and delivery times.
• Manage general office administration and filing systems.
• Process and maintain workshop and procurement documentation.
• Prepare reports relating to purchasing, stock levels, and supplier performance.
• Assist with data capturing and record management.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and supplier correspondence.
• Support management with administrative and operational tasks as required.
• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Assist with creditor administration and payment reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Monitor purchasing expenditure and assist with budget control initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Procurement processes

Inventory control

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Independent work

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Certificate/Diploma in Purchasing / Supply Chain

Business Administration (related)

Tools

ERP systems

Workshop management software

Accounting systems

Job description

Founded in 2000, SKG Properties specialises in the development leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate.

Joining us means seizing an opportunity to work in a dynamic, industry leading property company in South Africa, where ethics, customer service and teamwork are the foundations of our success.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer & Office Administrator to manage the procurement of parts, consumables, and services for our mechanical workshop while providing administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing parts at competitive prices, maintaining supplier relationships, managing inventory records, and assisting with general office administration.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience working within a mechanical, engineering, automotive, or industrial environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Purchasing

• Source and purchase mechanical parts, components, consumables, tools, and workshop supplies.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and supplier agreements.
• Create and process purchase orders accurately and timeously.
• Monitor order status and follow up on deliveries to ensure parts arrive as required.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Identify alternative suppliers when required to reduce costs and improve supply reliability.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
• Ensure workshop stock levels are maintained to meet operational requirements.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory control.

Supplier & Inventory Management

• Monitor stock availability and reorder critical items before shortages occur.
• Maintain supplier databases and pricing schedules.
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders and supplier invoices.
• Resolve supplier discrepancies relating to pricing, quantities, or deliveries.
• Track supplier performance regarding cost, quality, and delivery times.

Office Administration

• Manage general office administration and filing systems.
• Process and maintain workshop and procurement documentation.
• Prepare reports relating to purchasing, stock levels, and supplier performance.
• Assist with data capturing and record management.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and supplier correspondence.
• Support management with administrative and operational tasks as required.
• Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Assist with creditor administration and payment reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records for auditing and reporting purposes.
• Monitor purchasing expenditure and assist with budget control initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Certificate or Diploma in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field will be advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in purchasing, procurement, or buying.
• Experience within a mechanical workshop, engineering, manufacturing, automotive, or industrial environment preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical parts and workshop operations will be highly advantageous.
• Experience with inventory management and supplier negotiations.

SKILLS:

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent organizational and administrative abilities.
• Good understanding of procurement processes and inventory control.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP, workshop management, or accounting systems advantageous.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently.

Psychometric tests are required to be undertaken by shortlisted candidates.

Should you not have been contacted by 15 September 2026 please consider your application unsuccessful.