Senior Buyer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Richards Bay seeks a Senior Buyer to lead critical procurement initiatives, manage supplier negotiations, and develop category strategies to optimize the supply chain.

You will drive cost savings, oversee high-value purchasing, and collaborate with engineering, production, and finance to align purchasing with business goals. This role offers executive-level compensation and extensive growth opportunities.

Relocation support may be available for qualified candidates.

Formación

• Master's degree in SCM or related field; CIPS certification is a plus.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and high-value purchasing.
• Proven track record negotiating complex contracts and achieving significant cost savings.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced procurement analytics.
• Deep understanding of global supply chains, risk management, and commodity markets.

Responsabilidades

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for major spend categories, including market analysis and supplier selection.
• Negotiate complex contracts, pricing, and terms with key suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Develop and implement category management strategies to ensure a competitive and secure supply base.
• Monitor global market trends and economic conditions affecting commodity prices and supply availability.
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and finance teams to align purchasing strategies with business needs.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Advanced procurement analytics

Global supply chains

Educación

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related field

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Buyer to lead critical procurement initiatives for their operations in Richards Bay . This role involves managing complex supplier negotiations, developing category strategies, and driving significant cost savings. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing the supply chain for key materials and services, ensuring quality, reliability, and value. This is an opportunity for a seasoned procurement professional to make a substantial impact on the company's financial performance and strategic sourcing capabilities within a thriving industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for major spend categories, including market analysis and supplier selection.
• Negotiate complex contracts, pricing, and terms with key suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Develop and implement category management strategies to ensure a competitive and secure supply base.
• Monitor global market trends and economic conditions affecting commodity prices and supply availability.
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and finance teams to align purchasing strategies with business needs.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; CIPS certification is a plus.
• Over 7 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing and high-value purchasing .
• Proven track record of successful negotiation of complex contracts and significant cost savings.
• Deep understanding of global supply chains, risk management, and commodity markets.
• Experience with advanced procurement analytics and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with substantial bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and other benefits.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with significant project scope.