Buyer

Chainlink Recruitment Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced buyer to enhance procurement operations in Gauteng. This role will focus on strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and optimizing costs to ensure seamless production. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in procurement and a minimum of five years' experience in a related field, demonstrating strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a purchasing/production environment.
• Qualification/experience in logistics.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement function to ensure optimal production performance.
• Negotiate prices and contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor and minimize inbound raw material costs.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Inventory Management

Cost Control

Education

Diploma in Procurement/Inventory Control

Tools

Advanced Computer Proficiency

Job description

We are looking for a sharp and well-experienced buyer to join our team.

General Description :

Manage the procurement function of JO site to support optimal performance of all operations without interruption of production.

Strategic sourcing of raw materials for a balanced cost advantage.

Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing :

• Ensure raw material and packaging are purchased OTIF for production at JO.
• Negotiate raw material and packaging prices locally and for import.
• Monitor, control, and minimize inbound raw material and packaging costs.
• Process orders for Jhb import RMs.
• Manage raw material and packaging stock levels to control working capital as per business requirements.
• Maximize purchasing power advantages.
• Explore alternative raw materials, packaging, and suppliers.
• Obtain and manage supplier contracts and agreements.
• Define and improve payment terms with suppliers.
• Implement and maintain preferred and alternate suppliers list and pricing.
• Evaluate and audit suppliers regularly, documenting and acting on findings.
• Monitor invoice accuracy against GRNs.
• Produce reports as needed.
• Take full responsibility for coordinating and overseeing all site-wide stock takes outside normal hours.

  Education and Experience :

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing/production environment.
  • Diploma in procurement/inventory control.
  • Qualification/experience in logistics.
  • Computer proficiency - advanced.

  Language Skills :

  English mandatory.