Buyer (Auto manufacturing)

Recruiter:

Boikago Group

Job Ref:

BUYER022026

Date posted:

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

R360 000 negotiable

SUMMARY:
Buyer (Auto manufacturing)

POSITION INFO:

Our client is a manufacturer of automotive components based in Durban, they are looking for a qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Buyer position

Key Duties

Monitor Raw Material Budget & Spend
Cost Reduction Activities & Projects
Monitor and minimize price variances
Supplier Price and Payment Term Negotiation
Expediting of raw material and components as per budget and price
Ensure supplier price updates are implemented as agreement
Monitor stock holding of outsourced suppliers – within stock policy
Monitor supplier delivery performance (OTIF) daily
Manage supplier agreements (Supply agreement & SLA) for direct material / component suppliers
Manage BBBEE compliance for all suppliers
Monthly reporting – supplier performance
Manage supplier risk

Minimum Qualification & Experience requirements

3 year’s experience in a manufacturing environment
Diploma or Degree in Purchasing / Supply Chain
Knowledge of working with an MRP system
Computer Literacy
- Syspro
- Excell
- Microsoft (Word, Powerpoint, Email)
Knowledge
- MRP System
- Purchasing Techniques
- Import & Export Knowledge
Behavioral Traits (e.g., Interpersonal, attention to detail, etc.).
- Time management
- Conflict handling
- Able to communicate with groups
- Strong Analytical skills
- Assertiveness
- Listening skills
- Problem-solving

Applications must be submitted to by no later than 28 February 2026

Buyer (Auto manufacturing)

Key Duties

Minimum Qualification & Experience requirements

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