Buyer Automotive industry

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury automotive dealership in Somerset West is looking for an experienced Parts Buyer with 2-5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include sourcing, purchasing, and managing automotive parts necessary for repairs and maintenance, while also maintaining inventory and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate should have knowledge working with automotive parts, basic Excel skills, and strong communication abilities. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in parts purchasing, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Experience in the automotive body repair (Panelbeater) industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Source, purchase, and manage parts for vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Negotiate prices and manage supplier relationships.
• Keep accurate inventory records and manage costs.

Skills

Knowledge/Experience of working with automotive parts

Basic to Intermediate knowledge of Excel

Strong communication skills

Team Player

Education

Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

Job description

A Well-established Luxury Dealership has an opportunity for an experienced Parts Buyer with at least 2 - 5 years relevant experience to join their team in Somerset West (Western Cape).

The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the necessary parts for vehicle repairs and maintenance. This involves tasks like identifying parts needs, finding reliable suppliers, negotiating prices, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining accurate records. The successful candidate also needs to manage inventory, control costs, and maintain relationships with vendors. In essence, the Parts Buyer plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of a panel shop by effectively managing the procurement of necessary parts.

Requirements

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Knowledge/Experience of working with automotive parts essentail
• Working experience within the automotive body repair (Panelbeater) industry would be a distinct advantage
• Basic to Intermediate knowledge of Excel
• Team Player
• Strong communication skills

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Identifying Parts Needs
  • Reviewing repair orders and job cards
  • Analyzing work orders to understand the specific parts required for each job.
  • Assessing vehicle damage
  • Evaluating vehicles to determine the extent of damage and the parts needed for repair.
  • Forecasting parts requirements
  • Predicting future parts needs based on repair schedules and historical data.
• Sourcing and Purchasing
  • Finding qualified suppliers: Identifying reputable suppliers who can provide the required parts at competitive prices.
  • Requesting quotations: Obtaining quotes from multiple suppliers to compare prices and availability.
  • Negotiating prices and terms: Working with suppliers to secure the best possible prices and delivery terms.
  • Placing orders: Creating and submitting purchase orders for the required parts at competitive prices
  • Tracking orders: Monitoring the status of orders and ensuring timely delivery
• Managing Inventory
  • Maintaining accurate records: Keeping detailed records of parts received, issued, and on hand.
  • Managing returns: Handling the return of defective or incorrect parts to suppliers
• Cost Control and Budget Management
  • Staying within budget: Managing purchasing costs to stay within the allocated budget for parts.
  • Negotiating discounts: Seeking discounts and cost‑saving opportunities with suppliers
  • Analyzing costs: Evaluating the costs of parts and identifying areas for potential cost reduction.
• Vendor Management
  • Building relationships with suppliers: Maintaining positive relationships with key
  • Evaluating supplier performance: Assessing the quality, reliability, and responsiveness of suppliers.
  • Ensuring quality control: Inspecting parts upon delivery to ensure they meet quality standards
• Collaboration and Communication Meaning="";
  • Working with other departments: Collaborating with the workshop, service advisors, and other relevant departments.
  • Providing updates: Keeping stakeholders informed about order status and any potential issues.
  • Sharing information: Providing information about parts availability and pricing to other team members.

In return, a competitive salary is on offer with benefits.