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Buyer - Local

  • East Rand
  • Salary: (Negotiable)
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: General
  • Reference: 78922

Apply before Mar 05 2026 | 31 Days left

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Vacancy Details

Employer: Unique Personnel




Job Description:




Will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services from local suppliers to support operational needs.
This role involves close collaboration with internal departments, maintaining supplier relationships, ensuring timely deliveries, and optimizing cost-efficiency and quality in the supply chain.

Responsibilities defined but not limited to the below:

Sourcing Goods/Services and obtain quotations.
Executing approved requisitions and placing of orders.
Checking Order confirmations and Updating Due dates and Delivery dates.
Identifying cost saving opportunities and taking advantage there-off
Expediting open orders and outstanding supplier queries e.g. short deliveries, return to suppliers.
Assist with annual stock take preparations & Take part in annual stock count.
Assist in resolving creditor queries & assist with financial year end requirements
Provide training and assistance to internal and external customers as and when required.
Ensure compliance to ISO and health and safety requirements.
Perform any reasonable and lawful duties as required by management from time to time.





Candidate Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Matric.
Relevant 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related commercial field.
Preferred: 3–5 years of experience in local procurement, supplier management, or purchasing within a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of procurement processes, local supplier networks, and sourcing strategies within technical or industrial environments.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
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