Raw Materials Buyer — Negotiation & Growth in Rustenburg

Placements24; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a diligent Purchasing Officer with expertise in raw materials procurement. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and oversee end-to-end procurement, ensuring cost-effective supply for production.

The role offers opportunities to develop procurement strategy in a resource-rich region and to contribute to continuous improvement within the organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience focused on raw materials or commodities.
• Demonstrated negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strong understanding of inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and standard office software.
• Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in mining or manufacturing in North West an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and select suppliers for raw materials based on quality, price, reliability and ethics.
• Negotiate favourable terms, pricing and delivery schedules for raw material purchases.
• Manage end-to-end procurement: requisitions, purchase orders and invoice reconciliation.
• Monitor market trends and commodity prices to identify purchasing opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement transactions and supplier information.
• Collaborate with production and quality control to meet material specifications.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Forecast raw material needs with production planning and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and relevant regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Inventory management

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Supply chain qualification

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a diligent Purchasing Officer with expertise in raw materials procurement. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, and oversee end-to-end procurement, ensuring cost-effective supply for production.

The role offers opportunities to develop procurement strategy in a resource-rich region and to contribute to continuous improvement within the organization.