Technical Buyer (Heavy Engineering)

SUMMARY:
An experienced TECHNICAL BUYER (with HEAVY ENGINEERING industry exp.) is required for permanent employment based in KwaZulu Natal. • Lead the procurement lifecycle of specialized industrial components, with a focus on negotiating supplier agreements, managing commodity portfolios, and supporting high-value manufacturing lines.

POSITION INFO:

Title: Technical Buyer (Heavy Engineering)

Area: KwaZulu Natal

Industry: Heavy Engineering

Ref No.: TRG 2371

Salary: Market related TCTC available/negotiable

Start Date: ASAP / Negotiable

Type: Permanent (Full-time)

An experienced TECHNICAL BUYER (with HEAVY ENGINEERING industry exp.) is required for permanent employment based in KwaZulu Natal.

• Lead the procurement lifecycle of specialized industrial components, with a focus on negotiating supplier agreements, managing commodity portfolios, and supporting high-value manufacturing lines.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate and manage purchase orders, supplier quotes, and documentation to maintain system accuracy.
• Evaluate material and component requirements, ensuring coverage across commodities.
• Negotiate lead times, pricing, and stock levels to balance cost-efficiency with operational reliability.
• Prepare and send requests for quotations (RFQs); evaluate suppliers strategically.
• Monitor and report on supplier performance, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive improvements.
• Streamline the supplier base while maintaining competitive alternatives in place.
• Engage in supplier audits in collaboration with Quality and Engineering to uphold quality standards.
• Resolve invoice and credit discrepancies and compile procurement data for stakeholder reviews.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Associate degree or equivalent technical diploma; or 3–5 years of specialized procurement experience.
• Demonstrable expertise in highly technical commodity purchasing, preferably in machine tools, fabrication, or industrial systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (like SAP, Oracle) and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Position is based in KZN, local residency required.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.
• Interested applications are requested to submit their updated CV’s (in Word.doc format) via email to therecruitmentguy @ outlook .com using Ref # 2371

• Attach any relevant documentation that will support & enhance your application
• (All) Tertiary and Secondary qualifications
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• (Any) Relevant operating and/or vehicle / hardware / equipment licenses,
• (All) Previous employment references and their contactable details.
• Correspondence is reserved for the shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
• Should you not heard from us within 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

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