Senior Buyer â FMCG / High-Volume Trading Environment

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT000950/LR

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Location:

Milnerton, South Africa

Salary:

R18 000.00 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Job Description:
An established and fast-paced trading business is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join its provisions department. This role is suited to a commercially strong individual with solid FMCG exposure who thrives in a high-pressure, high-volume environment.

Available to start early May

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing and purchasing a wide range of FMCG products
Compiling and issuing accurate quotations to clients
Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers
Placing and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery
Managing supplier relationships and maintaining product availability
Processing customer and supplier invoices
Monitoring margins and ensuring profitability on transactions
Handling foreign currency pricing and exchange rate calculations (where applicable)
Working closely with accounts and operations to ensure smooth order fulfilment

Minimum Requirements:

Proven experience in a senior buying role within FMCG, wholesale, trading or a similar fast-moving environment
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (including basic formulas and calculations)
Ability to manage high volumes of orders and work accurately under pressure
Experience working on an accounting system (Pastel 14 advantageous)
Solid understanding of product ranges and supplier management
Knowledge of foreign currency transactions/exchange rate calculations advantageous

Competencies:

Detail-oriented and highly organised
Strong numerical ability
Excellent communication skills
Deadline-driven
Able to multitask effectively

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on buyer who enjoys working in a dynamic, trading-focused environment where speed, accuracy, and commercial thinking are essential.

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