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POSITION INFO:
Buyer – General Procurement (Automotive Sector)
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leading player in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Buyer (General Procurement) to join their dynamic procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing non-production procurement activities, driving cost optimisation, ensuring supplier quality, and supporting overall operational efficiency.
If you’re a strategic thinker with a strong grasp of financial, commercial, and supply-chain principles — this is your chance to contribute to a world-class manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Evaluate supplier performance, negotiate prices and contracts, and ensure regulatory and quality standards are upheld.
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Apply sound financial, accounting, and economic knowledge to assess pricing and supplier offers.
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Prepare RFQs, purchase orders, and contract documentation.
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Manage existing suppliers while identifying and onboarding new ones through benchmarking and market analysis.
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Support tender adjudication processes to ensure fairness and competitiveness.
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Achieve measurable monthly and annual savings through smart sourcing and negotiation strategies.
About You
Essential qualifications & experience:
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National Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management, or Public Management.
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3–5 years’ general procurement (non-production buying) experience within the automotive or related industry.
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Proven negotiation and problem-solving ability.
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Strong financial analysis, costing, and presentation skills.
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Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
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Computer literacy essential – SAP and MS Office proficiency required.
Added advantage:
Why Apply?
This opportunity offers you a chance to grow within a high-performance environment that values excellence, innovation, and professional development. You’ll play a key role in sourcing strategies that directly impact business success.
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