Assistant Buyer

**URGENT EXTERNAL VACANCY**

**Department** : VDB - Maintenance

**Position**: Purchasing/Buyer Assistant

**Sub-ordinates** : None

**Pay rate** : To be discussed in the interview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to join our Procurement team. Your main responsibility will be to order supplies and equipment in accordance with the company’s needs.

This will involve researching new vendors, tracking deliveries, and maintaining accurate order records, including dates, invoices, and discounts. Familiarity with supply chain procedures and the ability to create and interpret cost analyses are important for this role.

Your goal will be to make cost-effective purchases while ensuring our inventory remains well-stocked.

**Responsibilities**
- Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
- Research potential vendors
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery
- Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
- Conduct market research to identify pricing trends
- Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices
- Prepare cost analyses
- Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
- Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
- Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition

**Requirements and skills**
- 2 years work experience as a Purchasing/Buyer Assistant
- Good understanding of supply chain procedures
- Hands-on experience with purchasing software
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
- Knowledge of market research
- Solid organizational skills
- Grade 12 Certificate **(Must)**:

- Certificate in Supply Chain and/or Logistics **(Advantageous)**:

- BCom Degree in Logistics, Business Administration **(Desired)**

TMS International is an equal opportunity employer, where consideration is given to persons from designated groups as well as relevant qualifications, experience and skills

Ability to Commute:

- Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng: Relocate before starting work (required)