Buyer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan options

Flexible remote working arrangements

Professional growth in procurement

Job summary

Placements24 in a remote-first environment is seeking a motivated Buyer to join its procurement team. You will manage supplier relationships, process purchase orders, and contribute to cost-effective sourcing to support operations.

You will source suppliers, negotiate terms, track deliveries, maintain records, and collaborate with inventory and operations to forecast demand while complying with company policies. Strong Excel skills and independent workload management are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Buyer or similar purchasing role.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, supply chain, and negotiation.
• Proficiency with purchasing software and MS Excel.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for assigned commodities, ensuring timely delivery and competitive pricing.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating terms to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Place purchase orders, track deliveries, and resolve order or quality issues.
• Maintain procurement records including pricing, vendor info and contracts.
• Collaborate with inventory and operations teams to forecast demand and manage stock.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor management

Supply chain

Tools

Procurement software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a motivated and efficient Buyer to join their fully remote procurement team. This role is integral to ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services required for the company's operations. You will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, processing purchase orders, and contributing to overall supply chain efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual to apply their purchasing skills in a flexible, remote-first environment, collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to meet business needs effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for assigned commodities, ensuring timely delivery and competitive pricing.
• Source and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Place purchase orders, track deliveries, and resolve any issues related to orders or quality.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including pricing, vendor information, and contracts.
• Collaborate with inventory management and operations teams to forecast demand and manage stock levels.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar purchasing role.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles, supply chain management, and negotiation techniques.
• Proficiency in purchasing software and MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in procurement.