Buyer (12-Month FTC)

Hire Resolve; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: R480K - R540K P/A

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Hire Resolve's client in the North-West region is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement process for mining operations.

The role involves sourcing, evaluating and negotiating with suppliers, managing contracts, and ensuring timely delivery while enforcing compliance with procurement controls and policies. Strong Excel and ERP systems experience are required; SAP/Ariba/Coupa experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' experience as a Buyer within a mining environment.
• Strong supplier negotiation and commercial skills.
• Good understanding of purchasing processes and procurement controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process from requisition to delivery.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations and make purchasing recommendations.
• Manage supplier relationships and follow up on orders and deliveries.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms and delivery requirements.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policies, approvals and controls.
• Resolve supplier, invoice, delivery and purchasing discrepancies.
• Liaise with Finance, Engineering, Maintenance, Stores and other departments.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier information and purchasing reports.
• Monitor outstanding purchase orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved supplier performance.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Procurement controls

Vendor management

Education

Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain/Procurement

Tools

Excel

ERP/Procurement systems

SAP/Ariba/Coupa

Job description

Description

Hire Resolve's Client is currently looking for an experienced Buyer to join their company based in North-West. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from sourcing and supplier engagement through to purchasing and delivery, while ensuring cost-effective and compliant procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process from purchase requisition through to purchase order and delivery.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing and favourable terms.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations and make appropriate purchasing recommendations.
• Manage supplier relationships and follow up on outstanding orders and deliveries.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms and delivery requirements.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policies, approval requirements and commercial controls.
• Resolve supplier, invoice, delivery and purchasing discrepancies.
• Liaise with Finance, Engineering, Maintenance, Stores and other operational departments.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information and purchasing reports.
• Monitor outstanding purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of required goods and services.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved supplier performance.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and efficiencies.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain/Procurement
• Minimum 3 - 6 years' experience as a Buyer within a mining environment
• Strong supplier negotiation and commercial skills
• Good understanding of purchasing processes and procurement controls
• Strong Excel and ERP/procurement system experience
• SAP / Ariba / Coupa experience will be advantageous
• Valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Salary: R480K - R540K P/A
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (If Applicable)

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.