Junior Buyer

Safair (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation procurement company located in Johannesburg is seeking a Procurement Assistant. The successful candidate will assist with the procurement of both Aircraft and Non-Aircraft items, negotiate with suppliers, and track cost savings. Ideal candidates should have experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills. Safety is a priority in all activities.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement processes, particularly in aviation or related industries.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Ability to track and report cost savings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the procurement of Aircraft and Non-Aircraft items.
• Support with purchasing and replenishment of stock items.
• Help coordinate the return of unserviceable units.

Job description

• Assist with the procurement of both Aircraft and Non-Aircraft items, as well as other ad-hoc tasks as required;
• Support with purchasing and replenishment of stock items, ad-hoc commodities, and services from both local and international suppliers;
• Help coordinate the return of unserviceable units to designated suppliers for repairs;
• Assist with tooling-related procurement and repair processes;
• Track and report cost savings on a monthly basis;
• Help resolve queries related to supplier invoices;
• Follow up on orders daily and notify the Procurement team and internal stakeholders if any issues require attention;
• Provide weekly updates on outstanding orders;
• Generate bi-weekly reports on open requisitions and close those no longer needed by end users;
• Assist in comparing pricing between supplier proposals;
• Support negotiations on trade terms and discount structures with suppliers;
• Ensure that safety remains a top priority in all procurement activities;