Buyer – Materials Procurement Automotive

Recruiter:

Hlabahlosile

Job Ref:

Cariena/Elmarie

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

Annual Salary

SUMMARY:
We are recruiting a Buyer to manage procurement of inbound materials (local and international) for an automotive manufacturing facility.

POSITION INFO:

Buyer – Materials Procurement Automotive

Rosslyn

Key Responsibilities:

Procure materials per production schedules (local & international).
Manage Tier 1 supplier and OEM relationships.
Use MRP/ERP systems to plan purchases and maintain inventory.
Track shipments, expedite orders, and resolve supplier issues.
Collaborate with production, engineering, and logistics teams.
Evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and monitor performance.
Prepare procurement reports, forecast, and spend analyses.
Ensure compliance with policies, quality standards, and regulations.

Qualifications & Experience:

Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, or related field.
5 years or more experience in procurement/materials management (automotive, manufacturing, or Tier 1 supply chains).
Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
Knowledge of OEM standards and Tier 1 supplier requirements.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Based in Rosslyn/Pretoria; travel occasionally.

Key Competencies:

Materials Replenishment & Supply Chain Planning
Vendor/Supplier Management & Negotiation
Inbound Logistics & International Procurement
MRP/ERP Systems Expertise
Expediting & Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail & Accuracy
Teamwork & Cross-Functional Collaboration

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