Buyer 1

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- articipate in negotiation meetings with the vendors. R
- eview and vet vendors. K
- eep up to date with all market happenings and improvement to meet stakeholders’ needs. L
- earn and understand stakeholders’ needs and be able to provide alternatives. A
- dminister purchasing orders. C
- ontribute productively to the success of a team, under the direction of the Area Purchasing Manager. E
- nsure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistent and accurately maintained.

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- **ust hold and/or be worthy of a Temple Recommend. B**:

- achelor’s Degree or three-year Diploma in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management or any Business-Related degree or diploma, with a minimum of 3 years related experience U
- roven negotiation skills and excellent communication skills. H
- ave a valid driver’s licence. A
- bility to analyse data. G
- ood computer skills using MS Office programs and ability to learn new programs. M
- ember of ISM (Institute of Supply Management) or CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) will be advantageous. A