Buyer II

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Benefits package

Experienced purchasing team

Impactful work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Buyer II to join the procurement department in Vereeniging. The role focuses on sourcing materials, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring cost-effective acquisitions essential to operations.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in purchasing, strong communication, and proficiency with procurement software and Excel. This position offers growth within a dedicated purchasing team in a reputable organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Buyer or related purchasing role.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, market analysis, and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement process for assigned categories of goods or services.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, obtaining quotes and proposals.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Track purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules, and resolve supply chain disruptions.
• Collaborate with inventory management and production teams to align procurement with operational needs.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Vendor management

Excel

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Buyer II to join their procurement department in Vereeniging. This role is designed for an individual with a solid understanding of purchasing processes and a drive for optimizing procurement outcomes. You will be responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods essential to the company's operations. This position offers a chance to develop your career in procurement within a reputable organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for assigned categories of goods or services.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, obtaining quotes and proposals.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Track purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules, and resolve any supply chain disruptions.
• Collaborate with inventory management and production teams to align procurement with operational needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Buyer or in a related purchasing role.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, market analysis, and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced setting in Vereeniging.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A comprehensive benefits package.
• Work within a dedicated and experienced purchasing team.
• Contribute to key business operations and success.