Buyer - Head Office

REDPATH MINING; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

REDPATH MINING is seeking a Procurement professional to manage sourcing, supplier engagement, and purchasing activities within a mining setting. You will process requisitions, issue purchase orders, and evaluate supplier quotes to secure best value.

The role requires 3–5 years in procurement, familiarity with ERP tools, and strong negotiation skills. You will work closely with operations, maintenance, and project teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management / Procurement / Purchasing Management / Logistics / Business
• CIPS qualification or progress towards CIPS certification advantageous.
• 3–5 years procurement or purchasing experience, mining environment preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, InEight or similar.

Responsibilities

• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations for goods and services.
• Process approved purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Evaluate supplier quotations based on quality, price, lead time, service delivery and terms.
• Procure goods and services per approved procedures and delegated authority.
• Maintain continuity of supply through proactive planning and supplier engagement.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement.
• Participate in supplier evaluations and vendor reviews.
• Maintain supplier databases and vendor information.
• Coordinate with stores and end-users to ensure timely receipt of goods.

Skills

Procurement principles

Strategic sourcing

Purchase order mgmt

Supplier relationship

Inventory management

Cost analysis

ERP systems

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma/Degree in SCM/Procurement/Logistics/Business

Matric / equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

InEight

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Matric certificate / equivalent
• National Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management / Procurement / Purchasing Management / Logistics / Business
• Administration / Commerce or related field.
• CIPS qualification or progress towards CIPS certification will be advantageous.

Minimum 3–5 Years' Procurement Or Purchasing Experience

• Experience within mining environments.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, InEight, or similar procurement systems.

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Procurement and purchasing principles, Strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Purchase order management, Supplier relationship management.
• Inventory and stock control principles, Contract administration.
• Cost and spend analysis, Procurement reporting and analytics, ERP procurement systems,
• Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Supply chain and procurement best practices.
• Inventory management principles, Vendor management and supplier evaluation techniques.
• Operational and maintenance purchasing requirements, Commercial and financial awareness.
• Understanding of project, engineering, and industrial procurement environments, Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, Customer service orientation.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations for goods and services.
• Process approved purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders.
• Evaluate supplier quotations based on quality, price, lead time, service delivery, and commercial terms.
• Procure goods and services in accordance with approved procurement procedures and delegated authority levels.
• Ensure purchases are aligned with business requirements, budgets, and operational priorities.
• Maintain continuity of supply through proactive planning and supplier engagement.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement.
• Participate in supplier evaluations, vendor reviews, and supplier performance assessments.
• Maintain and update approved supplier databases and vendor information.
• Assist in supplier onboarding and vendor qualification processes, Create, review, and issue purchase orders accurately and timeously, Process purchase order amendments where required and ensure approvals are obtained.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with suppliers, stores, and end-users to ensure timely receipt of goods.
• Work closely with Stores and Inventory personnel to maintain optimum stock levels.
• Review stock levels and consumption trends to support replenishment planning.
• Assist with inventory optimization initiatives and stock reduction strategies.
• Participate in inventory reviews and stock verification processes where required.
• Support efforts to minimize stock shortages and excess inventory holdings.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Identify and implement procurement cost-saving initiatives, monitor procurement expenditure against approved budgets.
• Contribute to cost optimization and value improvement programs, prepare procurement spend analyses and cost reports.
• Track procurement savings and supplier performance improvements, assist in the administration of supplier agreements and service contracts, monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations, assist with tender and quotation evaluations when required, ensure procurement activities aligned with approved commercial terms and conditions.
• Support supplier negotiations and contract renewals, assist with resolving contractual disputes and supplier performance concerns, Company procurement policies and procedures, Delegation of Authority (DOA) requirements, corporate governance standards, Internal control and audit requirements, Applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure procurement activities are ethical, transparent, and auditable, Maintain complete procurement records and support documentation, participate in internal and external audit reviews, adhere to ethical sourcing practices and procurement standards, prepare procurement reports and purchasing activity summaries.
• Compile supplier performance and procurement KPI reports, Monitor open purchase orders and procurement commitments, ensure filing systems and procurement records are properly maintained.
• Support management reporting requirements through accurate procurement data.
• Liaise with: Operations Teams, Engineering and Maintenance Departments, Project Teams, Finance Department,
• Stores and Inventory Teams and Suppliers and Service Providers
• Provide procurement guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure a high level of customer service and responsiveness.
• Build strong relationships with operational and project teams.