Senior Buyer

Isisekelo Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Buyer to enhance their procurement team within the consumer electronics sector. The candidate will manage procurement processes, build supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with business objectives. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience, along with strong negotiation skills and a strategic mindset.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in procurement within electronics or appliances sector.
• Strong understanding of procurement principles and contract negotiation.
• Capacity to analyze data and think strategically.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process and build relationships with suppliers.
• Analyze market trends and supply chain risks.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Skills

Purchasing

Sourcing

Procurement

Negotiation

Materials Management

Manufacturing

Contracts

Education

Bachelors degree in business, Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Buyer to join our procurement team in the consumer electronics and home appliance sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process for a range of categories developing and implementing category strategies and building strong relationships with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities :

Manage the procurement process for assigned categories including sales and margin management.

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers ensuring alignment with business objectives

Analyze market trends competitor activity and supply chain risks to inform procurement decisions

Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including operations logistics and marketing

Drive continuous improvement and innovation in procurement processes and practices

Manage and develop junior team members

Requirements :

Bachelors degree in business Supply Chain or related field / Relevant tertiary qualification

5 years experience in the above role within in the electronics or appliance sector with specific experience in

Experience with procurement technology and systems

Experience with range management and product selection.

Strong understanding of procurement principles practices and regulations

Excellent negotiation communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to analyze data think strategically and drive results

Experience with category management contract negotiation and supplier management

Strong problemsolving and project management skills

Dynamic and Flexible

Ability to work with different and all divisions in the space

Team player with a passion for products and appliances

Experience in range selection and management

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,ERP Systems,negotiation,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 45000 - 60000

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