Buyer / Procurement Officer

SUMMARY:
Our client, based in Pretoria, is seeking an experienced Buyer / Procurement Officer with a strong background in building materials, supplier negotiations and purchasing building materials.
 
Job Purpose:
To manage the procurement of construction materials and supplies, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, reliable supplier relationships and the timely availability of materials for construction projects.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS Minimum education (essential): National Senior Certificate Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field advantageous. Minimum applicable experience (years): Minimum 5 years' experience in procurement and purchasing. Previous experience working for a construction company is essential. Required nature of experience: Procurement and purchasing of building materials. Supplier sourcing, negotiations and relationship management. Construction industry procurement processes. Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations. Purchase order administration and coordination. Monitoring material availability and delivery requirements. Skills and Knowledge (essential): Strong knowledge of construction materials and suppliers. Understanding of procurement processes within the building industry. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Strong organisational and administrative abilities. Good cost comparison and purchasing decision-making skills. Ability to manage multiple procurement requirements. High attention to detail and accuracy. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS, WEIGHTS AND OBJECTIVES Supplier Management & Negotiations Identify and source suitable construction material suppliers. Negotiate competitive pricing and purchasing terms. Maintain effective supplier relationships. Monitor supplier performance and reliability. Cost Control & Quotations Obtain and compare supplier quotations. Identify cost-effective purchasing opportunities. Monitor material pricing and procurement expenditure. Support effective purchasing decisions. Material Availability & Delivery Coordination Coordinate material orders according to project requirements. Monitor supplier lead times and delivery schedules. Follow up on outstanding orders and deliveries. Communicate material availability to relevant project teams. Procurement & Purchasing Manage the purchasing of building materials and construction supplies. Process procurement requests and purchase orders. Ensure materials are sourced according to project requirements. Maintain accurate procurement records.