Senior Buyer - Raw Materials

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer specializing in Raw Materials to join the procurement department in Queenstown. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies for essential raw materials, manage supplier relationships, and ensure a cost-effective supply chain supporting production targets.

The ideal candidate has deep market knowledge of raw materials, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record of achieving significant cost savings.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in procurement with strong raw material sourcing focus.
• Proven track record negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Deep understanding of commodity markets and supply chain dynamics for raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key raw materials.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies.
• Monitor global commodity markets and identify opportunities and risks for procurement.
• Manage supplier performance, conduct regular audits, and foster collaborative partnerships.
• Collaborate with production and R&D teams to forecast material needs and ensure supply continuity.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies for raw material sourcing.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Strategic thinking

Supplier relationship management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer specializing in Raw Materials to join their procurement department in Queenstown . This critical role involves developing and executing sourcing strategies for essential raw materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring a consistent and cost-effective supply chain. The ideal candidate will possess deep market knowledge of raw materials, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record of achieving significant cost savings. You will play a key role in optimizing inventory levels and mitigating supply chain risks to support production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key raw materials.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with raw material suppliers to achieve cost efficiencies.
• Monitor global commodity markets and identify opportunities and risks for raw material procurement.
• Manage supplier performance, conduct regular audits, and foster collaborative partnerships.
• Collaborate with production and R&D teams to forecast material needs and ensure supply continuity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies for raw material sourcing.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement , with a strong focus on raw material sourcing .
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier relationships in the raw materials sector.
• In-depth understanding of commodity markets and supply chain dynamics for raw materials.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Relevant degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A key role in a stable manufacturing environment located in Queenstown .