Buyer

Recruiter:

MECS Africa

Job Ref:

JHB009365/LB

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R25 000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
My client in chemicals is seeking a Buyer to join their team on a full time base in their head office on the West Rand.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Local Procurement

Ensure entire order is delivered as per P/O
Ensure correct documentation has been received
Ensure quality and pricing have been checked for acceptable standards and competitiveness
Sourcing of new materials and alternatives to current products, in order to mitigate supply challenges
Maintain supplier price list folder monthly
Complete credit applications for new supplier accounts

Imports

Sourcing new suppliers globally
Sourcing globally of new materials and alternatives to current products, in order to mitigate supply challenges
Sourcing support service providers
Price negotiation with entire supply chain
Tracking shipments
Reporting back to operations regarding delivery and potential
Calculate Estimated landed and accurate final landed costs
Ensure calculated landed costs *are agree with Sage average cost

General

Monthly Nedfleet analysis and update of spreadsheet
Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications
Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations
Sourcing & provision of costings of ad-hoc goods, materials, components or services
Sage inventory management
Excel based MRP monthly
Update of monthly general pricing of products for sales department
Forward planning on procurement (local & cross border)
Monthly stock take participation for all departments
Assist management with special projects on occasion
Halaal & Kosher Management
FSSC supplier compliance
Any reasonable Ad-Hoc requirement from the line-manager and/or senior management

Stores

Managing Stores Clerk
Oversee process of issuing stock from stores to technicians
Oversee store compliance with health and safety regulations with Operations Supervisor

Health and Safety

Appointed First Aider
Appointed Evacuation Warden
Appointed Fire Marshall

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Certificate or Diploma in Supply chain
Matric Certificate
FMCG experience is required
Reliable transport

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