Buyer

SUMMARY:
Our client, a leading company in the trailer manufacturing industry, is looking for a dynamic Buyer to join their team in Klipriver, JHB. If you have a passion for procurement and want to be part of an innovative and growing organization, this is the perfect role for you!

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
· Position Type: Permanent.
· Experience: 5 to 15 years. (Dependent on required position, i.e., entry level to senior)
· Qualifications: Not necessary, however advantageous, if obtained.
· Professional Registrations: Not required.
· Software: Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Sage/Pastel Evolution Critical.
· Proficient in English (Crucial) and Afrikaans (Ideal)
· Notice period: Not more than 1 month.

Responsibilities:
· Reports to the Buying Manager and Senior Management.
· Processing of daily purchase orders on Sage.
· Planning for upcoming and call-off orders.
· Maintaining spreadsheets and keeping track of stock.
· Continually looking for improved pricing and maintaining supplier relationships.
· Costing exercises for projects.
· Assist with day-to-day requirements as needed.
· Create and maintain purchasing bills of materials.
· Create improved purchasing planning systems.
· Effectively maintaining supply chain systems and processes.
· Proper planning and time management.
· Maintain good interdepartmental communications and relations.

Qualities/Skills:
· Excellent communication and computer literacy skills.
· Being able to develop good working relationships and trust with co-workers.
· Strong problem-solving skills and being very detail oriented.
· Working well with many different departments.
· Always keeping efficiency and costs in mind.
· Being results and deadline driven.
· Proficient in MS Office and Sage/Pastel Evolution.
· The successful candidate will be expected to function successfully on their own and must be a quick learner and self-starter.