Buyer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Remote work options

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Buyer to join our procurement team in Mahikeng, North West. You will source and purchase a range of goods to support operations and drive value through supplier relationships.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and proficiency with procurement software and MS Excel. A Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years’ experience are expected, with opportunities for remote or hybrid work where eligible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2–4 years in a buyer/purchasing role.
• Proven negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to meet quality, price, and delivery requirements.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions with suppliers for goods and services.
• Place purchase orders and manage order fulfillment to ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Maintain accurate records of all purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand their purchasing needs.
• Monitor market trends and identify sourcing risks and opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Procurement software

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Buyer to join their procurement team in Mahikeng. This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing a variety of goods and services necessary for the company's operations, focusing on securing competitive pricing and ensuring timely delivery. You will play a key part in managing supplier relationships and optimizing the procurement process to achieve cost efficiencies. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with purchasing experience and strong negotiation skills to contribute to the strategic sourcing efforts of an organization operating in the North West province, offering a flexible work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to ensure quality, price, and delivery requirements are met.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions with suppliers for goods and services.
• Place purchase orders and manage order fulfillment to ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Maintain accurate records of all purchases, contracts, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand their specific purchasing needs.
• Monitor market trends and identify potential sourcing risks and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a buyer or purchasing role.
• Proven negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Remote work options available for eligible candidates.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture in Mahikeng.