BUILDING MATERIALS BUYER

Recruiter:

Indian Ocean Export Company

Job Ref:

2636261681

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

IOEC is a dynamic, third-generation family export and international brand development business based in Durban. We export leading FMCG, building materials, and general merchandise brands to over 55 countries around the world. Established in 1972, we have associated businesses in several international markets.

We are currently looking for a Building Materials Buyer who will be responsible for procurement of building materials and growth within this department.

Key responsibilities include the following:

Procure and source building materials both locally and internationally.
Build strategic relationships with new and existing suppliers (locally and internationally).
Problem solving and claim resolution
Negotiation of pricing and settlement discounts
Identify product opportunities in new and existing markets

Experience and Qualifications:

Must have 5 years’ experience in the Building Material Procurement industry
Must understand pricing, claims, value chains and settlement discounts.
Good working knowledge of building materials
An understanding of Exports and Logistics would be advantageous
Proven negotiation skills
Successful track record of buying

Personality Traits we are looking for:

Determined and motivated
Hard worker and good team player
Persistent
Good attention to detail
Ambitious, positive and energetic
Good interpersonal skills
Able to handle high pressure negotiations
Solution driven
Resourceful, creative and dynamic

Salary will be market related and dependent on experience.

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