Foreign Buyer

The Buyer: Foreign will be responsible for managing all foreign procurement activities, ensuring timely and accurate purchasing of materials in line with production schedules and sales demands. This role requires strong knowledge of international purchasing practices, freight forwarding, and INCOTERMS, as well as the ability to work under pressure and maintain supplier relationships.? Basic FunctionsGenerate foreign purchase orders in line with production and sales requirementsManage back-order reports and expedite ordersHandle shipping documentation and freight forwarding processesProvide ad-hoc assistance as required? Key ResponsibilitiesQualityAdhere to company and customer standards, policies, and proceduresEnsure supplier interactions reflect dedication to quality and customer satisfactionSecurity/SafetySafeguard confidential company and customer informationComply with company safety instructions and requirementsHousekeeping & StandardsMaintain cleanliness and safety in work areas and warehouse locationsUse appropriate PPE and report any safety or environmental concernsTraining & DevelopmentContinuously develop skills and stay updated with new technologiesForeign Purchase OrdersSubmit purchase orders to international suppliers based on RTP or buying reportsEnsure timely procurement aligned with production schedules and sales demandsVerify accuracy of purchase orders and attach supporting quotes when requiredDevelop contingency sourcing plans for unavailable goodsInvestigate price discrepancies and ensure accurate system updatesFollow up weekly with suppliers on outstanding ordersMaintain audit-ready records of purchase orders and reportsExpeditingOversee expediting process to ensure timely delivery of foreign ordersCommunicate delivery delays promptly to relevant departmentsConsolidate purchase orders to minimize costsObtain approval from Supply Chain Manager or Procurement Officer before expeditingShippingObtain minimum three quotations from freight forwardersCreate purchase orders aligned with freight forwarder estimatesVerify accuracy of shipping documentation and invoicesProvide necessary shipping documents to warehouse team upon arrivalEnsure complete bill pack and purchase order are sent to finance after receiptCost SavingsEnsure competitive pricing at all timesPolicies & ProjectsAdhere to company policies and proceduresAssist management with ad-hoc projects Minimum RequirementsMatric/Grade 12Tertiary qualification in PurchasingMinimum 2 years’ procurement experience in mining and engineering industriesExtensive purchasing experienceProficient in MS OfficeKnowledge of international purchasing practices, foreign exchange, freight forwarding, and INCOTERMSAbility to perform under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong attention to detail and administrative skillsAbility to work independently with high responsibility Skills and Personal AttributesStrong organizational and time management skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAnalytical thinker with problem-solving abilitiesCustomer-focused and accountableAbility to work independently and collaborativelyCommitment to safety, compliance, and quality standards