Senior Buyer - Raw Materials

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Ibrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Remote options

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Career growth

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Mahikeng region is seeking a Senior Buyer specializing in Raw Materials to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for production materials.

The role emphasizes negotiating contracts, reducing costs, monitoring markets, and coordinating with production, R&D, and logistics to ensure timely delivery in a key industrial operation.

Competenze

• Extensive experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist, focused on raw materials procurement.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex supply agreements and achieve cost savings.
• Knowledge of commodity markets, supply chain dynamics, and risk management.
• Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for key raw materials.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and innovation.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure competitive advantages.
• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Monitor commodity markets and economic trends to forecast pricing and identify risks.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and logistics teams to align supply chain.

Conoscenze

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship mgmt

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Business

CIPS qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a significant manufacturer based in the Mahikeng region, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer specializing in Raw Materials. This critical role involves the strategic sourcing and procurement of essential raw materials, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery to support production schedules. You will leverage your expertise to manage supplier relationships, negotiate advantageous contracts, and mitigate supply chain risks. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned buyer to take on increased responsibility and drive significant value for a key industrial operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for all key raw materials.


• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and innovation.


• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure competitive advantages.


• Manage supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.


• Monitor commodity markets and economic trends to forecast pricing and identify potential risks.


• Collaborate closely with production, R&D, and logistics teams to ensure supply chain alignment.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist, with a strong focus on raw materials procurement.


• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex supply agreements and achieving significant cost savings.


• In-depth knowledge of commodity markets, supply chain dynamics, and risk management.


• Proven ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; CIPS or similar qualification preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-driven bonus opportunities.


• Flexible remote working options are available for eligible candidates.


• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits package.


• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within the organization.


• A challenging and rewarding role in a key industrial sector.