Buyer

Recruiter:

Shisa Talent Sourcing

Job Ref:

1987258724

Date posted:

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Buyer – Construction, Plant & Logistics | Johannesburg

We're looking for a results-driven Buyer to manage procurement, plant, and logistics across our active construction projects. You'll play a direct role in improving project GP% by procuring materials and services below tender BOQ rates.

What you'll do:

Source, negotiate, and procure construction materials, plant, equipment, and subcontracted services — obtaining competitive quotes and issuing purchase orders within budget
Manage the company's owned and hired plant fleet, including allocation, utilisation, maintenance tracking, and cost recovery across sites
Plan and coordinate all logistics and transport of materials and equipment to and from sites, optimising costs through consolidated loads and route planning
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, plant hire companies, and transporters — including BBBEE-compliant vendors
Monitor procurement and logistics costs against budgets, identifying savings without compromising quality or programme delivery
Ensure full compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and maintain accurate documentation for audits

What you'll need:

5–8 years' buying/procurement experience in construction or civil engineering
Proven plant and logistics management background
Proficient in ERP systems (BuildSmart, SAP, Sage, or similar) and MS Excel
Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen
Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, or Construction Management (desirable)

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