Senior Buyer

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Medical, disability, and life insured

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Buyer to tighten procurement operations in Tembisa with a hybrid work setup, balancing on-site collaboration and remote flexibility. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations to drive value and cost savings for the organization.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of progressive buying experience, strong analytical skills, and proven success in cost reductions, with a solid understanding of procurement best practices

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in buying and strategic sourcing.
• Proven success negotiating complex contracts and achieving cost reductions.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, supply chain management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and support purchasing decisions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key categories of goods and services.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings and performance improvements.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal business partners and external suppliers.
• Analyze spending patterns and market trends to identify procurement optimization opportunities.
• Oversee the contract management process, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
• Mentor junior members of the procurement team and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Data analytics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to enhance their procurement operations in Tembisa . This hybrid role offers a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to manage key supplier relationships and negotiate contracts that drive value. You will play a critical role in strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and ensuring the supply of essential goods and services to support the company's growth. Join a team that values innovation and efficiency in its purchasing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key categories of goods and services.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings and performance improvements.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with both internal business partners and external suppliers.
• Analyze spending patterns and market trends to identify opportunities for procurement optimization.
• Oversee the contract management process, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
• Mentor junior members of the procurement team and contribute to process improvements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in buying and strategic sourcing.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex contracts and achieving significant cost reductions.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, supply chain management, and risk assessment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed purchasing decisions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work.
• Comprehensive medical, disability, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment fostering collaboration.