Senior Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Impact

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave & sick days

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Buyer to lead procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and optimize purchasing for production operations. This on-site role focuses on cost-effective sourcing and risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in strategic buying, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience with ERP and procurement software. Excellent communication and analytical abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in strategic buying and procurement, preferably in manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proven expertise in negotiation, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for designated product categories.
• Lead complex negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and SLAs.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including demand forecasting, purchase orders, and inventory control.
• Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and assess supplier capabilities.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance and reliability.
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes affecting the supply chain in Stellenbosch.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Supplier Performance

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

ERP Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Senior Buyer to lead procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and optimize purchasing for production operations. This on-site role focuses on cost-effective sourcing and risk mitigation.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in strategic buying, strong negotiation and contract management skills, and experience with ERP and procurement software. Excellent communication and analytical abilities are essential.