Buyer/Accounts Administrator - Mayville, Durban

Dixie Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company is searching for a Buyer / Accounts Administrator to enhance their team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of relevant experience and excel in communication and Excel usage. Key responsibilities include managing supplier communication, processing accounts payable, and overseeing stock management. This role demands a reliable individual who can work independently and maintain professionalism under pressure. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant working experience.
• Strong Excel skills are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in email and phone.

Responsibilities

• Manage buying and supplier liaison.
• Process accounts payable.
• Handle costings and price management.
• Conduct stock takes and cycle counts.
• Maintain ongoing communication with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to work accurately under pressure

Tools

Syspro

Job description

A well-established company is looking for a reliable and organised Buyer / Accounts Administrator to join their team. This role is suited to a hands‑on individual who is able to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and communicate confidently with both customers and suppliers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Buying and supplier liaison
• Accounts payable processing
• Costings and management of price increases
• Stock take and cycle counts
• Ongoing communication with customers and suppliers

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant working experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (email and telephone)
• Ability to work accurately under pressure

Advantageous (Not Essential)

• Syspro experience
• Exposure to packaging or raw materials within the personal care, pharmaceutical, or food industries

Personal Attributes

• Well organised with a good memory
• Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks
• Friendly and polite, yet firm when required
• Professional, reliable, and loyal
• Able to cope with pressure and deadlines

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.