Senior Buyer - Strategic Procurement in Building Supplies

Profile Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of building products is seeking an experienced procurement professional to develop procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a procurement role, preferably in the building supplies or construction industry. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a procurement role, preferably within the building supplies or construction industry.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• In-depth understanding of the building supplies market and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for building materials.
• Identify and manage relationships with suppliers.
• Conduct market research for informed purchasing decisions.
• Monitor inventory levels and manage stock flow.
• Prepare reports on procurement activities and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in procurement software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Understanding of building supplies market

Strategic thinking

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading supplier of building products is seeking an experienced procurement professional to develop procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years' experience in a procurement role, preferably in the building supplies or construction industry. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential for success in this role.