Buyer

Job Description

Our leading manufacturing client in Umhlanga is looking for a Buyer ! The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining optimal stock levels managing supplier relationships and ensuring the timely procurement of materials and goods with a key focus on paper and related consumables. This role requires strong analytical ability accuracy and the capacity to forecast and plan effectively according to business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Management & Procurement

• Review and adjust weekly orders to ensure stock levels align with consumption and order requirements.
• Analyse stock holdings to maintain minimum stock levels and ensure suppliers adhere to just-in-time stock principles.
• Provide suppliers with monthly or weekly order forecasts to assist in production planning and stock holding.
• Monitor and report on slow-moving or obsolete stock communicating findings to estimators and management.
• Release purchase orders for approval and ensure orders are issued timeously to support smooth store operations.
• Source and purchase paper and paper-related materials efficiently ensuring best quality pricing and supplier reliability.

Returns & Supplier Coordination

Reporting & Compliance

Competencies & Skills Required

Knowledge & Experience :

Qualifications :

Key Skills

Account Management,Execution,Insurance Management,Import & Export,Catering Operations,Building Electrician

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1