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Buyer

Cape Town
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Property
Reference: PC002046/AC

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Employer: Status Staffing

Our client, based in Tygervalley, Cape Town, is seeking a skilled Buyer to join their team. The successful candidate will have 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within construction or property development procurement, and hold a Diploma in Buying, Procurement, or a related field. The role requires strong procurement knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and solid negotiation skills. Advanced Excel and reporting abilities are essential, along with experience using Pastel Sage and Buildsmart software. Candidates must be fully bilingual, reside in the Northern Suburbs, and have their own reliable transport.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE :           Permanent
SECTOR :           Property
BASIC SALARY :           R30 000.00 – R35 000.00 + Benefits
START DATE                  :           A.S.A.P

REQUIREMENTS:

3–5 years’ experience in construction or property development procurement.
Diploma in Buying, Procurement, or a related field.
Strong procurement knowledge and experience.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong negotiation skills.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong reporting ability.
Experience using Pastel Sage and Buildsmart software.
Fully bilingual (spoken and written).
Must reside in the Northern Suburbs.
Own reliable transport required.

DUTIES:

Source and evaluate suppliers, materials, and subcontractors.
Request, compare, and negotiate quotes to achieve cost savings and maintain quality standards.
Prepare purchase recommendations and obtain approvals in accordance with procurement policy.
Monitor supplier performance and maintain the supplier database.
Coordinate with the Site Manager to forecast material needs.
Ensure compliance with budget limits and project timelines.
Approve purchase orders within delegated limits.
Resolve supply issues, back orders, or discrepancies.
Maintain accurate procurement records and assist with reporting.
Work closely with the Ordering Clerk to ensure approved purchase orders are accurately processed, tracked, and delivered on time.

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

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About Status Staffing

Welcome to STATUS STAFFING SOLUTIONS, a leading Western Cape based broad spectrum boutique staffing solutions provider.

Within our recruitment division we pride ourselves in our ability to match the right person to the right career through a comprehensive range of in-house screening and assessments. We go the extra mile by offering an outsourced HR and IR service, thereby assisting our clients to comply with local Labour laws. In addition, our Labour Relations division also offer a comprehensive Payroll service, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Our large candidate database and quality customer service ethos is what differentiates us from our competitors, enabling is to be considered a strategic partner to our valued candidates and clients.