Junior Buyer - Technical Components

Placements24; Midrand; Híbrido; ZAR 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Comprehensive health and wellness

Retirement savings plan

Extensive training and mentorship

Career advancement opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Buyer for a dynamic tech-focused firm. This remote role supports the procurement team in sourcing electronic components, processing requisitions, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery for product development.

Ideal candidates have a related bachelor's degree, 0–2 years' purchasing experience, strong Excel and ERP familiarity, and the drive to learn.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• 0–2 years in purchasing, procurement, or related admin role.
• Interest in technology and electronic components.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong communication in a remote team environment.
• Proactive and eager to learn procurement skills.
• Understanding of basic procurement principles.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers for electronic components and technical materials.
• Support senior buyers in pricing, terms, and delivery negotiations with vendors.
• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in the ERP system.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain supplier records, pricing, and purchase history.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA, and logistics on component issues.
• Conduct basic market research on component availability and pricing trends.
• Help manage inventory levels for key components to prevent shortages.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement.

Conocimientos

Strong organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication & interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic technology firm specializing in innovative electronic solutions, is looking for an ambitious Junior Buyer to join their procurement team. This remote position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands‑on experience in sourcing technical components and managing supplier relationships. The Junior Buyer will support senior staff in procurement activities, ensuring the timely acquisition of high‑quality parts for product development and manufacturing. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn and grow within the technology procurement space, working from a remote location while contributing to projects in **Midrand, Gauteng, ZA**.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers for electronic components and technical materials.
• Support senior buyers in the negotiation of pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
• Process purchase requisitions and create purchase orders accurately in the ERP system.
• Track order status and ensure timely delivery of components to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain up‑to‑date records of supplier information, pricing, and purchase history.
• Liaise with engineering, quality assurance, and logistics departments to address any component‑related issues.
• Conduct basic market research on component availability and pricing trends.
• Help manage inventory levels for key components to prevent shortages.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related administrative role.
• Enthusiasm for technology and a keen interest in electronic components.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Proactive attitude and a strong desire to learn and develop procurement skills.
• Understanding of basic procurement principles.

Benefits

• Competitive entry‑level salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Extensive training and mentorship programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a growing tech company.