Buyer (Purchasing / Sap)

3 months ago


Somerset West, South Africa HR Talent Partner Full time

**Job Overview**:
**Date Posted**: Posted 1 day ago-
**Location**: Somerset West, Western Cape-
**Job Title**: Buyer (Purchasing / SAP)-
**Salary**: R40,000-
**Education Level**: Diploma-
**Job Level**: Intermediate-
**Minimum Experience**: 5- 7 Years**Buyer (Purchasing / SAP) required in Somerset West.**:
A renowned Aviation Engineering company is looking for a “Buyer” to join their team on a full-time permanent basis in the Helderberg Area, Cape Town.

Excellent salary on offer plus internal career advancement opportunities.

**Requirements**:

- Education: Minimum Grade 12 or NQF Equivalent
- 5 years + Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Tech Diploma in Purchasing and or Logistics / BCom Degree
- Able to handle stress well
- Knowledge of SAP
- Effective communication with customers and team members.
- Basic knowledge of composites manufacturing processes
- Good technical skills
- Good communication skills and computer literate
- Physical demands are sitting and working long hours

**Key responsibilities**:

- Procurement Planning: Manage and plan purchasing activities by analyzing stock levels, demand, and vendor performance.
- Purchase Order Management: Create, approve, and manage purchase orders (POs) in SAP, ensuring all necessary data is accurate and complete.
- Vendor Management: Work with suppliers to negotiate terms, resolve issues, and maintain relationships. This includes updating vendor information in the SAP system.
- Material Management: Monitor inventory levels, ensure timely replenishment, and oversee the delivery of goods, including goods receipt processing in SAP.
- Invoice Verification: Coordinate with accounts payable to verify invoices against purchase orders and goods receipts for accurate payments.
- Reporting & Analytics: Generate reports on procurement activities, track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, delivery times, and vendor performance using SAP tools.
- Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and legal requirements, and maintain accurate records within the SAP system.
- Coordination with Internal Departments: Collaborate with departments like logistics, finance, and production to align purchasing strategies with company objectives.
- Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Resolve any discrepancies or issues related to orders, deliveries, or payments in SAP.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes, reduce costs, and improve system efficiency using SAP tools.
- Only open to South African citizens.



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