Senior Buyer (Capital Equipment)

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Career progression opportunities

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Buyer based in Randburg, Gauteng, to lead procurement of major capital equipment for large-scale projects. The role requires strong negotiation skills, risk management, and coordination with project teams.

You will manage RFQs/RFPs, assess supplier capabilities, and ensure timely delivery of critical assets while adhering to regulatory and company policies. Candidates should have a track record in capital equipment markets and large-budget procurements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Admin).
• Minimum 6 years in procurement with capital equipment specialization.
• Experience in large-scale tender processes and high-value contract negotiations.
• Deep understanding of the capital equipment market for construction/industrial machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement of major capital equipment, plant, and machinery.
• Manage complex tender processes (RFQs/RFPs).
• Negotiate high-value contracts with domestic and international suppliers.
• Due diligence on suppliers, assessing financial stability and capabilities.
• Collaborate with project management and engineering to meet specs and timelines.
• Oversee logistics and delivery of capital equipment to sites.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships.
• Identify and mitigate capital equipment procurement risks.
• Ensure compliance with policies, best practices, and regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent infrastructure development company, is seeking a seasoned Senior Buyer with expertise in capital equipment procurement. This on-site role, based in Randburg, Gauteng, is critical for acquiring major machinery, plant, and equipment essential for large-scale construction and operational projects. The Senior Buyer will lead sourcing efforts, manage complex tender processes, negotiate high-value contracts, and ensure timely delivery of critical assets. You will collaborate extensively with project management, engineering, and finance teams to define specifications, assess supplier capabilities, and mitigate procurement risks. This position demands a deep understanding of capital equipment markets, robust negotiation acumen, and a proven ability to manage significant procurement budgets. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in securing the best possible terms for our significant capital investments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the sourcing and procurement of major capital equipment, plant, and machinery.
• Manage complex tender processes, including RFQs (Request for Quotation) and RFPs (Request for Proposal).
• Negotiate high-value contracts, terms, and conditions with domestic and international suppliers.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on potential suppliers, assessing financial stability and technical capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with project management and engineering teams to ensure equipment specifications and project timelines are met.
• Oversee the logistics and delivery of capital equipment to project sites.
• Manage supplier performance and build strong, long-term relationships.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with capital equipment procurement.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procurement best practices, and relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement, with a strong specialization in capital equipment.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale tender processes and high-value contract negotiations.
• Deep understanding of the capital equipment market (construction, industrial machinery, etc.).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in relevant ERP systems and procurement software.
• Strong analytical and risk management capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects in an on-site environment.
• Must be willing to work from the Randburg office.

Benefits

• Competitive senior-level salary and performance incentives.
• Key role in significant infrastructure development projects.
• Opportunities for career progression within a leading company.
• Exposure to complex, high-value procurement challenges.
• Standard company benefits package.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Professional development support.