Junior Buyer: Global Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Pump and Abrasion Technologies; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Pump and Abrasion Technologies (PABT) seeks a procurement-minded candidate to handle sourcing, negotiation and ordering of direct and indirect materials. You will support supplier performance improvements and ensure timely delivery while collaborating with internal teams to meet demand.

The role requires a BCom or equivalent qualification, basic supply chain exposure, and the energy to work independently under pressure.

Qualifications

• Completed matric.
• Must be between 18-25 years old.
• BCom Degree or any other relevant qualification is essential.
• Some experience in supply chain or procurement.
• Syspro experience is an added advantage.
• Exposure to international procurement practice will be advantageous.
• Suitable candidate will be highly energetic, self-driven, independent, self-motivated person with extensive problem solving and communication skills.
• Strong financial performance: optimized supplier costs and performance results. Cost and performance vs. industry standards and competitors
• Must be confident to work on his/her own initiative.
• Must be able to work well under pressure and able to successfully manage tight deadlines and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate and finalize all orders relating to the purchase of direct and indirect materials for the company.
• Manage a continuous improvement program regarding external suppliers and benchmarks total cost and performance.
• Conduct regular price comparisons between various retail chains ensuring consistent competitiveness.
• Negotiate with vendors and suppliers of agreed materials for cost reductions and delivery schedules.
• Regular procurement from local as well as from international suppliers to ensure consistent supply and availability.
• Daily price negotiations with suppliers.
• Relationship building with internal and external customers throughout the value chain.
• Daily stock level management, forecasting and demand planning.
• With collaboration of technical team ensure that suppliers deliver desired quality.
• Resolve all relevant internal and external queries.
• Ensure customer and supplier inquiries are resolved efficiently.
• Processing of Requisitions.
• Completion of supplier application forms.
• Placing orders with suppliers.
• Quotes requested from suppliers.
• Other administrative tasks as requested.

Skills

Negotiation

Sourcing

Vendor management

Communication

Time management

Education

BCom Degree

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Pump and Abrasion Technologies (PABT) seeks a procurement-minded candidate to handle sourcing, negotiation and ordering of direct and indirect materials. You will support supplier performance improvements and ensure timely delivery while collaborating with internal teams to meet demand.

The role requires a BCom or equivalent qualification, basic supply chain exposure, and the energy to work independently under pressure.