Buyer Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth

Buyer Position

Reference: PE005884-KB-1

Our client in the manufacturing sector is looking for a Buyer to join their team based in Port Elisabeth (Perseverance).

Duties & Responsibilities

Qualifications:

• A National Diploma in Purchasing Management/Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with relevant purchasing knowledge of raw materials with complex specifications, including stainless steel and imports.
• LN Infor system (or another MRP/ERP system) experience related to purchasing and BOM’s.
• A track record of cost-saving initiatives.
• A sound computer knowledge (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Be prepared to complete an assessment and interview process.

Duties:

• Responsible for purchasing various goods including machinery, equipment, raw materials, and/or other supplies for internal consumption.
• Review purchase orders, assess with other departments to verify orders, contact vendors, and evaluate bids/quotations offered by suppliers.
• Assist with the development and implementation of various purchasing procedures, inventories, accounts, proposals, and similar preparations.
• Process special orders for customers.
• Request inventory counts and/or stock checks where appropriate.
• Obtain and negotiate prices, delivery, terms, and sources of supply in accordance with specified policies and procedures.
• Ensure and maintain daily outputs.
• Communicate effectively with other workers to direct personal workflow.
• Verify charges indicated on purchase orders and requisitions against cost center accounts.
• Verify bids offered on "substitute" items against specifications and, if necessary, with ordering departments.
• Utilize the ERP system (LN Infor) in the processing of appropriate documentation.
• Evaluate and review bids/quotations submitted by suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance with regards to delivery, quality, and quantity.
• Assist in the identification and establishment of sources of supply and the inspection of samples.
• Expedite goods by contacting vendors regarding shortages and administering overcharges and breakage, etc.
• Investigate information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications.
• Develop and maintain files of reference materials such as supply catalogues and brochures.
• Use computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word-processing, calendar, e-mail, and database software in performing work assignments and provide reports.
• Perform any other incidental tasks, as needed.

Package & Remuneration

Monthly

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