TRAFFIC Gauteng

Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing Lead

Tych Business Solutions
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Job Description

A leading procurement firm in Gauteng is seeking a Buying Manager to oversee strategic sourcing and procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships, optimizing stock levels, and driving procurement policies forward. Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel skills, and experience with SAP are essential. This position requires a proactive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

About This Role

Career insights for Purchasing Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
$136,380/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Management of Personnel Resources Speaking Monitoring Negotiation
Common Technologies
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Oracle PeopleSoft Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Procure-to-Pay (P2P) solutions E-Procurement platforms Discontinued Various modern DBMS

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