Procurement Components Buyer

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Cape Town is seeking a Procurement Components Buyer to manage product requests and procure components efficiently. This role involves interpreting design briefs, developing production specifications, and ensuring cost efficiency through budget analysis. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and experience in supply chain management, along with excellent organizational and communication abilities. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to successful project outcomes and supplier relationships, while working in a collaborative environment that values innovation and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or project coordination.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in budgeting and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Track manufacturing progress and communicate with suppliers to meet production timelines.
• Prepare cost estimates and quotations based on project requirements.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Cost Estimation

Project Coordination

Analytical Skills

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Project Management Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Procurement Components Buyer required in Cape Town.

Have you worked on clients’ product requests, interpreted product briefs, researched and procured various components or substitutes, managing the requirement and budget?

Our client based in Cape Town CBD requires your purchasing skills for obtaining best prices for components. Must have excellent Excel skills, experience with budgets and costings.

Salary: R25,000 negotiable dependent on experience.

Requirements:

• 4-5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, cost estimation, or project coordination
• Experience in interpreting design briefs and developing production specifications
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project management tools
• Strong analytical skills with experience in budgeting and cost control
• Experience in preparing client landed cost estimates and quotations for projects
• Ability to work with international suppliers and manage multiple tasks
• Comfortable working across different time zones
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Knowledge of shipping processes is advantageous
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator is advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities:

Production & Supplier Coordination:

• Track manufacturing progress at partner factories in China
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure production timelines are met
• Report on production delays and assist in resolving bottlenecks

Client Design Brief & Specification Development:

• Assist in interpreting client design briefs for various projects
• Work with the Project Manager to translate design requirements into clear production specifications
• Ensure specification briefs are accurately documented and communicated to suppliers

Cost Estimation & Client Quotations:

• Prepare cost estimates and quotations to clients based on project requirements
• Analyse budget allocations and production costs to ensure cost efficiency and competitiveness
• Assist in negotiating pricing with vendors while maintaining margins

Purchase Order & Documentation Management:

• Process and manage purchase orders (POs) to vendors accurately and efficiently
• Ensure all necessary documentation and approvals are completed
• Maintain organized records of transactions, cost breakdowns, and supplier agreements

Project Coordination & Reporting:

• Assist in tracking project timelines and milestones in coordination with the Project Manager
• Prepare reports on production status, costs, and supplier performance
• Document issues, resolutions, and opportunities for process improvement