Procurement Technical Buyer

Letsema Consulting and Advisory is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Technical Buyer

to join our team for a 6 months contract. The Procurement Buyer will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services required for our organization. The ideal candidate will have excellent negotiation skills, a deep understanding of procurement processes, and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Regularly analysing all stock and non-stock suppliers to ensure they meet price, quality and delivery parameters.
• Obtaining supplier price lists and entering into ERP system with supplier part numbers.
• Negotiating with suppliers for cost savings/ discounts/ volume rebates.
• Completing accurate and timely data entry of purchase orders.
• Generating and qualifying new suppliers through surveys and on-site visits.
• Maintaining Active Supplier List (ASL) and providing to GM for approval.
• Expediting and coordinating critical deliveries, emergency requisitions, and quotes.
• Acting as an interface between Supplier and internal departments regarding orders.
• Tracking and communicating order status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience working in procurement or purchasing roles, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with National Treasury Regulations experience, e.g. PFMA, PPPFA, Treasury regulations, etc. ESSENTIAL
• Minimum 6 - 10 years’ Senior Technical Buyer experience in an industrial/mining/engineering environment is ESSENTIAL.
• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification.
• Good computer, communication and organizational skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transport.

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