Remote Senior Buyer, Farming Operations

Frank Consult; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural consulting firm is looking for a Senior Buyer to enhance sourcing initiatives in South Africa. This role requires expertise in stakeholder engagement, supplier negotiations, and strategic procurement development. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in agriculture, along with 5–10 years of experience in the field. Fluency in Afrikaans and English is required, while knowledge of additional languages will be considered a bonus.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of industry experience in agriculture.
• Experience with procurement systems is a must.
• Additional language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Enhance sourcing initiatives for agricultural consulting.
• Engage with stakeholders to streamline procurement.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Supplier negotiations

Strategic procurement development

Fluent in Afrikaans

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's degree related to agriculture

Job description

A leading agricultural consulting firm is seeking a Senior Buyer (Farming Operations) to enhance sourcing initiatives in South Africa.

The role involves stakeholder engagement, supplier negotiations, and strategic procurement development.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree related to agriculture, 5–10 years of industry experience, and familiarity with procurement systems.

Fluency in Afrikaans and English is required, with additional languages being advantageous.