Senior Buyer

6 days ago

Durban Metro South Africa Ntice Sourcing Solutions Full time R250 000 - R400 000 per year

Job Description

Our client, a specialist in the manufacturing sector is looking for a Senior Buyer based in Pinetown, KZN   

The successful candidate will play a key role in operational success by ensuring all raw materials are sourced and delivered on time and in full to meet production demands

Duties and Responsibilities:

Cost Control

  • Monitor raw material budgets and overall spend.
  • Drive and support cost-reduction initiatives and projects.
  • Track and minimise price variances.
  • Negotiate supplier pricing and payment terms.
  • Expedite raw materials and components in line with budget and approved pricing.
  • Ensure supplier price updates are implemented as per agreements.
  • Monitor outsourced supplier stock levels to ensure compliance with stock policy.

Supplier Management

  • Track and manage daily supplier delivery performance (OTIF).
  • Oversee supplier agreements (Supply Agreements & SLAs) for all direct material and component suppliers.
  • Ensure all suppliers comply with BBBEE requirements.
  • Compile and distribute monthly supplier performance reports.
  • Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier risks.

Expediting

  • Generate purchase orders according to production requirements.
  • Ensure suppliers receive, acknowledge, and confirm all orders.
  • Follow up on and resolve shortages or late deliveries of raw materials and components.
  • Escalate to management any delays or shortages that may impact production.
  • Manage stock levels of outsourced parts and raw materials.

Administration

  • Compile and maintain the raw material budget, ensuring accuracy and adherence to policies and targets.
  • Prepare supplier forecasts and communicate them timeously.
  • Manage supplier RFQs.
  • Ensure all purchasing processes and procedures are kept updated and filed in line with company policy.
  • Assist with departmental and finance-related queries.
  • Produce required departmental reports.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Degree in Purchasing / Supply Chain
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
  • Syspro experience advantageous

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