Industrial Supplies Buyer: Inventory & Sourcing Expert

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance reviews

Health benefits

Professional development

Operational impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a skilled Buyer specialized in Industrial Supplies to join our procurement team. You will identify reliable suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage stock levels to ensure uninterrupted production and cost control across this North West operation.

Key focus areas include sourcing industrial parts, maintaining purchasing records, and collaborating with operations and maintenance to align on requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer in industrial or technical supplies.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, materials, and supply chains.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems and MS Office.
• Ability to analyze purchasing data.
• Good communication with technical teams in Klerksdorp.

Responsibilities

• Source, purchase, and manage inventory of industrial supplies, machinery parts, and raw materials.
• Identify and evaluate new suppliers, negotiating pricing, quality standards, and delivery terms.
• Maintain purchasing records, monitor stock levels, and forecast future needs to prevent shortages.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to understand requirements and ensure timely supply.
• Resolve discrepancies related to orders, deliveries, or invoicing.
• Stay informed about market trends and new products in the industrial supply sector.

Skills

Industrial procurement

Buyer experience

Negotiation

Supplier management

Inventory management

Data analysis

Communication

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp is seeking a skilled Buyer specialized in Industrial Supplies to join our procurement team. You will identify reliable suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage stock levels to ensure uninterrupted production and cost control across this North West operation.

Key focus areas include sourcing industrial parts, maintaining purchasing records, and collaborating with operations and maintenance to align on requirements.