Strategic Buyer & Category Specialist — Drive Cost Savings

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Performance bonus

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Buyer and Category Specialist to drive procurement across designated categories, secure competitive pricing, and strengthen supplier partnerships.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing, a Bachelor's degree, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and hands-on collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimise stock and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3-5 years in purchasing, procurement, or sourcing, with category management experience.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement process for designated product categories, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
• Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships.
• Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends and cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with operational needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with departments to optimise stock management.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethics, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities, cost savings, and supplier performance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

3-5 years in purchasing/procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Excel

Tools

Procurement software

MS Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Buyer and Category Specialist to drive procurement across designated categories, secure competitive pricing, and strengthen supplier partnerships.

The role requires 3–5 years in purchasing, a Bachelor's degree, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and hands-on collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimise stock and ensure compliance.