Technical Buyer

West Coast Personnel; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a Procurement Specialist responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services at the best value. You will negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing while ensuring quality and timely delivery. The ideal candidate should have experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient procurement processes within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a buying or procurement role is essential.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are necessary.
• Good organisational and analytical abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure materials and services.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Negotiate pricing and terms.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organisational ability

Analytical ability

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description: Responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services at the best value, ensuring quality, cost control, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure materials and services
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations
• Negotiate pricing and terms
• Issue and manage purchase orders
• Monitor supplier performance and deliveries
• Maintain accurate procurement records
• Liase with internal departments and suppliers

Requirements

• Experience in buying/procurement role
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good organisational and analytical ability
• Proficient in MS Office / ERP systems