Buyer (Centurion)

Prudent HR Solutions; Centurion; Presencial; ZAR 450.000 - 650.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Prudent HR Solutions is seeking an experienced Buyer to procure building materials, equipment and services for construction projects. You will develop strategies, source suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage budgets to achieve cost savings and ensure quality.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement, construction-industry knowledge, and strong communication skills. Centurion-based or willing to relocate. Full-time, on-site.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field is required.
• Minimum of five years’ procurement experience.
• Construction or building-supplies industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of building materials, suppliers and market trends.
• Based in Centurion or willing to relocate/commute.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, products and pricing.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms and delivery conditions.
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Research market pricing, products and industry trends.
• Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock requirements.
• Ensure purchased products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Resolve supplier, quality, pricing and delivery issues.
• Prepare procurement and supplier-performance reports.
• Manage Open-to-Buy budgets in line with inventory objectives.
• Review product ranges and suppliers periodically.
• Guide and support junior buyers.
• Demonstrate negotiation and commercial awareness.

Conocimientos

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Procurement software

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field

Herramientas

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Centurion, South Africa | Posted on 09/18/2026

• Date Opened 09/18/2026


• Job Type Full time


• Work Experience 5+ years


• Required Skills
  
  
  
  • Strategic Sourcing
  
  
  • Supplier Management
  
  
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• City Centurion


• State/Province Gauteng


• Country South Africa

Job Description

Company Overview

Our client specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate across South Africa.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Buyer to procure building materials, equipment and services for construction projects and associated companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies.


• Source and evaluate suppliers, products and pricing.


• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms and delivery conditions.


• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.


• Research market pricing, products and industry trends.


• Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.


• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock requirements.


• Ensure purchased products meet quality standards and specifications.


• Resolve supplier, quality, pricing and delivery issues.


• Prepare procurement and supplier-performance reports.
  
• Manage Open-to-Buy budgets in line with inventory objectives.


• Review product ranges and suppliers periodically.


• Guide and support junior buyers.


• Negotiation and commercial awareness


• Cost and inventory control


• Strategic and analytical thinking


• Communication and problem-solving


• Ability to work under pressure


• Procurement software and Microsoft Office proficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.


• Minimum of five years’ procurement experience.


• Construction or building-supplies industry experience is preferred.


• Knowledge of building materials, suppliers and market trends.


• Must be based in Centurion or willing to commute or relocate.