Buyer - Construction Industry

 

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Job Ref:

JHB000053/AV

Date posted:

Thursday, July 21, 2022

Location:

Sandton, South Africa


SUMMARY:
Buyer - Construction Industry - Honeydew - Gauteng

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position:   Buyer/Procurement officer – Honeydew
Industry:   Construction
Key Responsibilities:
  • Overseeing and supervising employees and all activities of the purchasing department.
  • Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
  • Following and enforcing the company's procurement policies and procedures.
  • Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services to be purchased.
  • Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
  • Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
  • Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
  • Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
  • Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
  • Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.
  • Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing.
  • Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
  • Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.
  • Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.
  • Coordinate with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required
  • Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.
  • Ability to travel.
Ad hoc responsibilities required for day to day. Requirements:
  • High school diploma/GED/Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
  • 5+ years of experience as a procurement officer or in a similar position.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  • Supervisory and management experience.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Relevant experience preferred.
  • Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Buildsmart).
  • Proficient in appropriate software.
  • Critical thinking.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
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