Senior Buyer

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Annual leave

Professional growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in George seeks a Senior Buyer to lead procurement and strategic sourcing from an on-site team. The role focuses on driving cost savings, managing supplier relationships, and shaping procurement strategies to support the company’s objectives.

You will negotiate multi-year contracts, mentor buyers, monitor market trends, and ensure ethical compliance. This position demands strong leadership and a proven track record in strategic sourcing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and purchasing, with at least 3 years in a senior buyer or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex, multi-year agreements and achieving substantial cost reductions.
• Expertise in procurement software, analytics, and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings and improve supplier performance for key commodities.
• Lead negotiations for high-value contracts, ensuring optimal terms and conditions that align with business needs.
• Manage and mentor a team of buyers, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting professional development.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and manage supplier risk effectively.
• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring compliance with all company policies and ethical guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to understand procurement requirements and provide strategic guidance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

Procurement software

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, located in the vibrant city of George , is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to lead critical procurement functions. This position involves strategic sourcing, complex contract management, and driving significant cost savings across various expenditure areas. You will be instrumental in shaping procurement strategies, managing key supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality goods and services to support the company's strategic objectives. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a strategic mindset to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing department within a dedicated on-site team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings and improve supplier performance for key commodities.


• Lead negotiations for high-value contracts, ensuring optimal terms and conditions that align with business needs.


• Manage and mentor a team of buyers, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting professional development.


• Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and manage supplier risk effectively.


• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring compliance with all company policies and ethical guidelines.


• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to understand procurement requirements and provide strategic guidance.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related discipline.


• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and purchasing , with at least 3 years in a senior buyer or supervisory role.


• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex, multi-year agreements and achieving substantial cost reductions.


• Expertise in procurement software, analytics, and best practices.


• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• An attractive salary package commensurate with experience.


• Extensive health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.


• Generous annual leave and retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.


• A dynamic and results-oriented work environment in a key industrial hub.