In this role, you will report to the Supply Chain Manager and will:
- Work closely with the planning team
- Maintain a low stock level while ensuring no run-outs (Just in time ordering)
- Ensure that stock is delivered on time and in full
- Follow and Expedite any outstanding orders
- Participate in weekly Cycle-counts
- Capture orders into the system or confirm Syspro suggestions
We’re looking for the following:
Qualifications / Experience
- Diploma in procurement / purchasing (advantage)
- 5 years’ experience with buying steel. We’re looking for someone with good knowledge and relationships with various steel suppliers (local and overseas)
- Someone who is able to read Engineering drawings (does not need to interpret just understand)
- With excellent sourcing and negotiation skills
- Knowledge of working with forecasts, credit notes, Supplier Non-conformances
Other Skills- Excel (Advanced) and Syspro
- Problem Solving
- Communication – Written and Spoken (English)
- Analytical thinking and Mathematics
- Someone that can work under pressure and can manage detail well.
Desired Skills:
- Buying
- Procurement
- steel
- Raw Materials
- Local Suppliers
- International Suppliers
- Manufacturing
- Syspro
- Excel
Desired Qualification Level:
- Certificate
About The Employer:
We’re looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Client in Alrode, this is a company with a track record of producing quality products, for multiple Industries, for more than 40 years. They can offer stability and the challenge that comes from working in a high-volume production environment.