Senior Buyer, Construction Materials | Growth & Benefits

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Buyer for a prominent construction materials distributor in Polokwane. You will manage procurement of raw materials and finished goods, source local and international suppliers, and negotiate terms to secure cost-effective inventory for market demand.

In this role, you will track orders, monitor stock levels, build strong supplier relationships, and collaborate with sales and logistics to forecast procurement needs, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business.
• 3–5 years' experience as a Buyer or similar purchasing role.
• Proven negotiation skills and supplier contracts experience.
• Familiarity with inventory management principles.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Polokwane construction materials market is advantageous.
• Proactive and problem-solving approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential suppliers and establish reliable supply chain.
• Obtain quotes, compare prices, and negotiate terms with suppliers.
• Place purchase orders and manage end-to-end order process.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet sales and production needs.
• Track deliveries and resolve delays or discrepancies.
• Collaborate with sales and logistics to forecast demand.
• Maintain supplier records and pricing.
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify improvements.
• Stay informed on market trends affecting procurement costs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Inventory management

Excel skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

National Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Buyer for a prominent construction materials distributor in Polokwane. You will manage procurement of raw materials and finished goods, source local and international suppliers, and negotiate terms to secure cost-effective inventory for market demand.

In this role, you will track orders, monitor stock levels, build strong supplier relationships, and collaborate with sales and logistics to forecast procurement needs, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance