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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