Strategic Indirect Buyer — Tembisa, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and provident fund

Career advancement

Annual leave and holidays

Training and development programs

Employee wellness initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Buyer to manage indirect spend from our Tembisa, Gauteng operations. You will own the procurement lifecycle, negotiate terms, and assess suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and quality across office, IT, and professional services categories.

This hands-on role requires strong negotiation skills, proactive problem-solving, and collaboration with internal teams to meet demand and contractual standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in procurement or buying (indirect)
• Proven negotiation and supplier management
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and contract management
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• MS Office proficiency, especially Excel, with ERP experience
• Able to work independently and in a fast-paced environment in Tembisa, Gauteng

Responsibilities

• Procure a wide variety of indirect goods and services, including office supplies, IT equipment, professional services, and maintenance.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for indirect spend categories to achieve cost savings and optimize value.
• Identify, evaluate, and select qualified suppliers based on price, quality, service, and reliability.
• Conduct RFQs, RFPs, and negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and address issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Maintain procurement records and databases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure timely delivery.
• Continuously seek improvements to procurement processes and drive efficiency.
• Assist in development and implementation of new procurement technologies and systems.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Negotiation

Procurement best practices

Contract management

Excel

ERP systems

Stakeholder collaboration

Data analysis

Tools

ERP software

Procurement software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Buyer to manage indirect spend from our Tembisa, Gauteng operations. You will own the procurement lifecycle, negotiate terms, and assess suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and quality across office, IT, and professional services categories.

This hands-on role requires strong negotiation skills, proactive problem-solving, and collaboration with internal teams to meet demand and contractual standards in a fast-paced environment.