Buyer (Centurion)

Job Description

Company Overview

Our client specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate across South Africa.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Buyer to procure building materials, equipment and services for construction projects and associated companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
  
• Source and evaluate suppliers, products and pricing.
  
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms and delivery conditions.
  
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.
  
• Research market pricing, products and industry trends.
  
• Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock requirements.
  
• Ensure purchased products meet quality standards and specifications.
  
• Resolve supplier, quality, pricing and delivery issues.
  
• Prepare procurement and supplier-performance reports.
  
• Manage Open-to-Buy budgets in line with inventory objectives.
  
• Review product ranges and suppliers periodically.
  
• Guide and support junior buyers.
  

Key Competencies

• Negotiation and commercial awareness
  
• Supplier relationship management
  
• Cost and inventory control
  
• Strategic and analytical thinking
  
• Communication and problem-solving
  
• Attention to detail
  
• Ability to work under pressure
  
• Procurement software and Microsoft Office proficiency
  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field.
  
• Minimum of five years’ procurement experience.
  
• Construction or building-supplies industry experience is preferred.
  
• Knowledge of building materials, suppliers and market trends.
  
• Must be based in Centurion or willing to commute or relocate.
  

Requirements
Buyer Company Overview Our client specialises in the development, leasing and management of commercial and industrial real estate across South Africa. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Buyer to procure building materials, equipment and services for construction projects and associated companies. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement effective procurement strategies. • Source and evaluate suppliers, products and pricing. • Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms and delivery conditions. • Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance. • Research market pricing, products and industry trends. • Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock requirements. • Ensure purchased products meet quality standards and specifications. • Resolve supplier, quality, pricing and delivery issues. • Prepare procurement and supplier-performance reports. • Manage Open-to-Buy budgets in line with inventory objectives. • Review product ranges and suppliers periodically. • Guide and support junior buyers. Key Competencies: • Negotiation and commercial awareness • Supplier relationship management • Cost and inventory control • Strategic and analytical thinking • Communication and problem-solving • Attention to detail • Ability to work under pressure • Procurement software and Microsoft Office proficiency