Buyer

Route Management; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Route Management in Germiston, South Africa is seeking an experienced procurement professional to source, negotiate, and procure products, materials and goods in line with company requirements. The role focuses on meeting quality, cost and delivery targets, while maintaining supplier relationships and monitoring market trends.

You will prepare and process orders, track inventory, compile reports, and support cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or buyer role.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Analytical and cost-management abilities.
• Good understanding of supply chain and inventory management principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Strong administrative and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and procure products, materials and goods in line with Company requirements.
• Ensure purchases meet quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and order schedules accurately and timeously.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment with procurement, logistics and management teams.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable and cost-effective supply.
• Conduct market research and monitor pricing trends, competitor activities and supplier performance.
• Analyse costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
• Maintain and update supplier databases and procurement records.
• Compile and submit daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports.
• Manage procurement-related projects and take ownership of assigned ad hoc initiatives.
• Liaise with suppliers, production teams, management and internal departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with Company purchasing policies, procedures and delivery protocols.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Cost management

Supply chain knowledge

Excel

Reporting skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and procure products, materials, components and goods in line with Company requirements.
• Ensure purchases meet quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and order schedules accurately and timeously.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment with procurement, logistics and management teams.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable and cost-effective supply.
• Conduct market research and monitor pricing trends, competitor activities and supplier performance.
• Analyse costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
• Maintain and update supplier databases and procurement records.
• Compile and submit daily, weekly and monthly procurement reports.
• Manage procurement-related projects and take ownership of assigned ad hoc initiatives.
• Liaise with suppliers, production teams, management and internal departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with Company purchasing policies, procedures and delivery protocols.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a purchasing, procurement, or buyer role.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent analytical and cost-management abilities.
• Good understanding of supply chain and inventory management principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong administrative and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Key Competencies

• Negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Commercial and financial awareness
• Planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a proactive approach