Raw Materials Buyer

SUMMARY:
Your next procurement move could have a serious impact on production.

If you know how to source strategically, negotiate with confidence and keep materials moving when production depends on you, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is looking for a Raw Materials Buyer to join their procurement function in Jet Park, Johannesburg East on a 6-month fixed-term contract . This is a hands-on role within a production-focused environment, giving you exposure to a significant procurement portfolio of approximately R300 million in annual spend . You'll be responsible for more than simply raising purchase orders. The role combines strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, cost management and day-to-day procurement execution, while working closely with production and other key business functions. Key Responsibilities Source and procure raw materials and production consumables, ensuring supply meets production requirements. Identify, evaluate and manage suppliers while negotiating pricing, contracts and commercial terms. Manage the full purchasing cycle, including purchase orders, expediting, supplier queries and delivery follow-ups. Monitor procurement spend, sourcing portfolios and KPIs while identifying opportunities for cost optimisation. Identify and mitigate supply risks relating to availability, quality, pricing and supplier dependency. Partner with Production, R&D, Marketing, Logistics and suppliers on sourcing initiatives, including New Product Development and alternative material solutions. Minimum Requirements BCom or relevant Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commerce or a related field. 3-5 years' experience in a procurement\/buying environment. Direct experience procuring raw materials and production consumables is essential. Exposure to Manufacturing, Building or Chemical industries is highly advantageous. Strong supplier negotiation, sourcing and stakeholder-management skills. SAP and strong MS Office\/analytical capabilities; an Industrial Engineering qualification would be advantageous. If you are a procurement professional who enjoys negotiating, solving supply challenges and finding better ways to manage cost and availability , this could be a great opportunity to make an immediate impact within a high-value procurement environment. Contract: 6-month fixed term Location: Jet Park, Johannesburg East For more exciting Finance & Supply Chain opportunities, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting the following Finance professionals: Financial Directors Chief Financial Officers Financial Managers Financial Accountants Management Accountants Financial Controllers Cost Accountants Payroll All Finance C-Suite If you have not received any feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained on our database for consideration for other suitable roles or positions. For more information, contact: Onkutlwile Mositi Researcher: Finance & Supply Chain Connect with me on LinkedIn