Technical Buyer

SUMMARY:
Are you a strategic, detail-driven procurement professional with a passion for industrial equipment and engineering excellence?
This is your chance to join a renowned international manufacturing company that supplies cutting-edge industrial vacuum and process solutions across multiple sectors.

POSITION INFO:
As a Technical Buyer, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the seamless sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of mechanical, electrical, and automation components that keep operations running efficiently. This role calls for someone who thrives in a technical, high-precision manufacturing environment and can turn complex engineering needs into cost-effective procurement strategies.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage the full procurement cycle for technical and engineering materials, components, and spare parts.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to understand technical specifications and ensure optimal sourcing solutions.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships across local and international markets.
• Lead price negotiations, supplier evaluations, and cost-reduction initiatives to drive value and efficiency.
• Analyse procurement data, forecast material requirements, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all procurement activities align with company policies, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
• Support import logistics for international orders and coordinate with freight and customs partners when required.

What You’ll Bring:

• Diploma or BCom Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical) preferred.

• 5–8 years’ experience as a Technical Buyer within an industrial equipment or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of vacuum systems, compressors, pumps, automation, or related engineering products (advantageous).
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier development, and cost control.

• ERP systems: SAP, Syspro, or Sage (advantageous).
• Strong MS Excel and data analytics ability.
• Understanding of import/export processes, customs duties, and Incoterms.

Traits & Competencies:

• Technically astute with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong negotiator who can balance cost, quality, and lead times.
• Excellent communicator with cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Assertive, proactive, and solutions-oriented thinker.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.

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