Junior Buyer Chemical Industry

SUMMARY:

Job Vacancy: Buyer/Stock Controller We are looking for a skilled Buyer/Stock Controller to join our client in CPT - Northern Suburbs.

POSITION INFO:

Job Vacancy: Buyer/Stock Controller We are looking for a skilled Buyer/Stock Controller to join our client in CPT - Northern Suburbs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for end-to-end local procurement administration and stock integrity controls for chemicals, packaging, raw materials, and ingredients.

• Create accurate and timely Purchase Orders (POs) aligned to procurement schedules and forecast needs; confirm all orders within 24 hours and maintain updated ETAs.

• Proactively expedite and follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery; escalate delays, shortages, non-conformances, or quality concerns.

Requirements:

• Matric/High School Certificate or similar certified qualification.

• Diploma or degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field (preferred).

• 1-3 years’ experience in purchasing and/or stock control within distribution, manufacturing, FMCG, chemicals, or related environment (advantageous).

• Competent in Microsoft Excel; experience with Pastel or similar ERP/accounting systems will be advantageous.

• Understanding of supplier documentation and basic quality/food safety documentation principles will be advantageous

Sectors: Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain, Production

Functions: Stock Controller, Buyer, Inventory

Qualification Types: Certificates/Certification, Diplomas