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Buyer

  • Johannesburg
  • Salary: R20 000.00 Per Month (Negotiable)
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: Manufacturing
  • Reference: 78762

Apply before Feb 13 2026 | 31 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Unique Personnel

To source, procure, and sell parts. This role blends procurement (buyer) responsibilities with parts sales/customer service duties to ensure optimal stock levels, cost-effective purchasing, accurate order fulfilment, and strong customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement / Buyer Tasks

Source and negotiate with suppliers for trailer parts, accessories, and consumables, ensuring
competitive pricing and terms.
Prepare and issue purchase orders; monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of stock.
Maintain optimal inventory levels and reorder points to avoid stockouts or overstock situations.
Analyse usage trends and forecast parts demand in coordination with sales/service teams.
Manage supplier performance, resolve delivery issues, and reconcile discrepancies in invoices or quality.
Maintain accurate procurement records in inventory systems.
Must assist with receiving and checking of new deliveries.
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Sales / Customer Service Tasks

Serve walk-in and telephone customers, identifying required parts and upselling as appropriate.
Prepare quotations, process orders, issue invoices, and ensure correct pricing and parts specification.
Advise customers on technical part specifications and compatibility.
Build and maintain strong client relationships including trade and retail accounts.
Follow up on quotes and outstanding orders; ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Inventory & Reporting

Conduct regular stock counts and ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
Produce periodic reports on sales, procurement, stock variances, slow/fast movers, and supplier performance.
Assist in resolving any issues/queries related to the above and information required by management.

 

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
2–5 years’ experience in parts sales, procurement, in a motor manufacturing industry environment.
Strong knowledge of trailer parts, components and part numbering systems.
Experience with stock/inventory systems.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
Analytical mindset with good forecasting and planning ability.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organisational ability.

Working Conditions:


Office-based with factory site visits, depending on the project.

Temporary position.
Must be willing to work overtime.
Must have own transport.

 

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