Buyer
Job Description
Location: Centurion, Gauteng Job Overview
An exciting opportunity exists for a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join a dynamic Supply Chain team based in Centurion. The successful candidate will be responsible for operational buying activities, procurement administration, order management, supplier coordination, and general support to the Supply Chain Department. The role requires a strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, data analysis, SAP purchasing systems, and supply chain operations. The ideal candidate must be highly organised, analytical, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and compliance with procurement procedures.
Minimum Requirements- Higher Education & Training National Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, or related field.
- Matric / Senior Certificate.
- CIPS or related procurement qualification/certification will be advantageous.
- 2-3 years' purchasing or procurement experience.
- Strong understanding of products/services, procurement processes, and cost structures.
- Proficiency in: SAP Purchasing System, Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Internet and Email Applications.
- Basic understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
- Valid driver's license will be advantageous.
- Procure materials, equipment, services, and office supplies in accordance with company procurement procedures and operational requirements.
- Manage Procure-to-Pay (P-2-P) transactions, including purchase order creation, non catalogue orders, order tracking, and resolution of pricing or quantity variances within SAP.
- Coordinate and manage the RFQ process by obtaining quotations, evaluating supplier responses, and supporting supplier selection decisions.
- Support end users with purchase requisitions, provide guidance on procurement procedures, and resolve supplier or purchasing-related queries.
- Assist with Master Data Administration by identifying new items for coding, maintaining supplier documentation, and supporting contract alignment processes.
- Liaise with Accounts Payable to investigate and resolve supplier invoice and payment discrepancies.
- Gather procurement data, perform basic spend analysis, and generate reports to support operational decision making and process improvements.
- Ensure procurement records, supplier documentation, and compliance information, including B-BBEE certificates, are accurately maintained for audit purposes.
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