Procurement Buyer & Expediter – On-site, Gauteng

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Salary growth opportunities

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a diligent Buyer and Expediter to manage end-to-end procurement for operations in Tembisa. You will handle requisitions, generate POs, track deliveries, and expedite critical orders to prevent disruptions.

This on-site role requires 3+ years in buying or expediting, familiarity with ERP systems, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in buyer, purchasing or expediting roles.
• Relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with procurement software/ERP systems and supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing process for operational needs (raw materials, components, MRO).
• Source and evaluate suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery targets.
• Process requisitions and generate purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Expedite orders with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and resolve delays.
• Maintain records in procurement system and communicate status to internal teams.
• Assist in inventory management and stock control as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Education

Supply Chain/Logistics related degree

Tools

ERP/Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a diligent Buyer and Expediter to manage end-to-end procurement for operations in Tembisa. You will handle requisitions, generate POs, track deliveries, and expedite critical orders to prevent disruptions.

This on-site role requires 3+ years in buying or expediting, familiarity with ERP systems, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment.