Strategic Technical Buyer — Heavy Engineering (KZN)

The Recruitment Guy; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Technical Buyer for a permanent position in KwaZulu Natal. The role focuses on managing the procurement lifecycle of specialized components with emphasis on negotiation, supplier agreements, and commodity portfolio management. Ideal candidates should possess an associate degree or equivalent technical experience, alongside expertise in heavy engineering commodity purchasing. Strong negotiation and organizational skills are essential for driving supplier performance and maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in highly technical commodity purchasing in heavy engineering.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and supplier documentation.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and stock levels.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Engage in supplier audits to uphold quality standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent technical diploma

35 years of specialized procurement experience

Tools

ERP systems (like SAP, Oracle)

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Technical Buyer for a permanent position in KwaZulu Natal. The role focuses on managing the procurement lifecycle of specialized components with emphasis on negotiation, supplier agreements, and commodity portfolio management. Ideal candidates should possess an associate degree or equivalent technical experience, alongside expertise in heavy engineering commodity purchasing. Strong negotiation and organizational skills are essential for driving supplier performance and maintaining quality standards.