PARTS BUYER (STRAND, WESTERN CAPE)

University of Fort Hare; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cape Town is seeking a detail-oriented Parts Buyer to manage the procurement and inventory of vehicle parts. The ideal candidate will have experience with automotive parts and excel in vendor relationships to ensure timely deliveries. This is a crucial role for maintaining smooth operations within the automotive repair center.

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive parts is essential.
• Prior experience in a panel shop/body repair environment is highly advantageous.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement and inventory of vehicle parts.
• Ensure all necessary components are sourced efficiently.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships to secure timely parts deliveries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Vendor relationship management

Procurement efficiency

Education

Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Logistics, Warehouse Fleet and Distribution

Motor / Vehicle Industry

Western Cape , CPT - Southern Suburbs

A busy automotive repair centre is seeking a detail-oriented Parts Buyer to manage the procurement and inventory of vehicle parts. The ideal candidate will ensure all necessary components are sourced efficiently, within budget, and in alignment with workshop requirements. This role is vital to keeping operations running smoothly by securing timely parts deliveries and maintaining strong vendor relationships.

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Experience with automotive parts is essential
• Prior experience in a panel shop/body repair environment is highly advantageous
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Experience with automotive parts is essential
• Prior experience in a panel shop/body repair environment is highly advantageous
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

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