A specialist retail solutions company is looking for a Senior Buyer, based in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal.

The Procurement individual will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the inventory of goods and services needed by the organization. This role requires excellent negotiation skills, the ability to assess suppliers, and a strong understanding of procurement processes. The individual will ensure that all procurement activities are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. The individual is responsible for overseeing the acquisition of goods and services needed by an organization. This role ensures that the organization obtains high-quality products at the best possible price, while also maintaining relationships with suppliers and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing, and establish terms and conditions for contracts
• Create, process, and track purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods and services
• Analyze market trends and negotiate contracts to obtain cost-effective pricing while maintaining quality standards
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock levels to meet business needs
• Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with terms, timelines, and quality standards
• Conduct market research to identify potential new suppliers and new products to improve the company's offerings
• Work closely with various departments (e.g., finance and production operations) to ensure seamless procurement processes and alignment with business goals
• Identify potential risks in the procurement process, including price fluctuations, delivery delays, or supply chain disruptions, and develop

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Education: Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Experience: [10 years] of experience in procurement or buying

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Knowledge of procurement and ERP system
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to adapt to new programmes and procedures
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Fluent in English
• Ability to read drawings from engineers

Salary:

• Market related

NOTE: Kindly note that this is an affirmative action position