Buyer

Our client, that offers a one-step solution to rental, sales, service and training options, is looking to fill a fixed term Buyer position. The Buyer will be responsible for the sourcing and purchasing of sales and service parts for the organization in an efficient, professional and cost-effective manner and delivered when required, in order to create and sustain a competitive advantage, thereby contributing to the maximization of company profitability. This position will also be responsible for developing sources of supply and ensure availability of critical parts, feedback to internal customers and expediting of orders.

**Responsibilities**:
Safety, Quality and Housekeeping.
- Ensure the execution of all purchasing functions to be at the highest level of quality
- Maintain a tidy, neat and structured environment which complies with occupational health standards
- Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to all Health & Safety policies
- Identify any risks within the department & escalate to the relevant manager to avoid any incidents
- Ensure a proper filing system of all purchasing related documentation for auditing purposes
- High level of customer service with industry standard turnaround times for all requests agreed SLA’s
- Build and maintain highly professional relationships with suppliers and customers
- Comply with internal business policies and procedures and ensure that this is enforced and adhered to
- Housekeeping

Purchasing
- Ensure accurate and on-time purchasing of all products and services as required by the branch, within the agreed SLA's
- Liaise with workshop, field services, parts sales and after sales on parts, services and products needed to support the different areas of the business
- Sourcing and selection of suppliers for these products and services within the region of the branch
- Distribute RFQ’s for required products and services
- Compare quotations and place orders according to the best criteria for the company
- Loading of requisitions in accordance to company processes
- Liaise with Group Procurement for all imported parts needed by the branch
- Expedite orders for on time delivery. Keep overdue orders at a minimum, according to agreed KPI’s
- Ensure effective and efficient communication on delivery dates, orders delivered and delays to all the relevant parties. Keep all tracking sheets up to date according to the ETA's and feedback required by the business
- Negotiate prices and payment terms
- Maintain a database of approved suppliers
- Resolve queries relating to orders, pricing, invoicing and deliveries
- Build and maintain strong relationships with approved suppliers
- Adhere to established company policies, procedures, terms and conditions and legal matters that affect purchasing policies

Customer and Supplier Relationship
- Build good quality relationships with internal customers as well as external suppliers
- Ensure world class customer service
- To ensure that the quality of service is provided and the satisfaction of its customers are always treated with the utmost importance
- To ensure that all duties are carried out safely and in accordance with all company and legal requirements
- To work in harmony with other employees in the Company
- To ensure that confidentiality in all matters is maintained
- To produce other information as required and to carry out other duties either directly or indirectly as requested by your manager from time to time
- Compliance to standard operation guidelines

**Requirements**:

- Tertiary Qualification in Procurement, Planning or Supply Chain
- 5 Years' procurement and supply chain related experience
- AX Basic Training and AX Stock Management & Accounts Payable (User)
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Basic accounting skills
- Business system software
- Committed to delivery of service excellence and actively seek ways to help people
- Well organized with strong attention to detail
- Ability to work well under pressure and deadline driven
- Energetic with a drive for achievement
- Good mathematical ability - cost and quote comparisons
- Ability to solve problems with supply