Job Description

• Responsible for identifying and procuring the goods and services that the organization requires.
• Identify external material needs of the organization, find services providers who can supply these goods, negotiate for prices and arrange for the purchase and delivery of the goods.
• Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers while seeking new ones.
• Finding the right suppliers for the right products.
• Negotiating contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilizing negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Researching target markets, market trends and monitor competitors.
• Negotiating prices with suppliers.
• Budgeting and predicting future sales.
• Reacting to any changes in customer demand.
• Ensuring the products are delivered/collected on time.
• Getting feedback from customers.
• Stock/Inventory control and management, stock level monitoring & stock replenishments.
• Be involved in promotional, planning and advertising campaigns.
• Assist with PO information/allocation is captured correctly on ordering system.
• Assist with DN/Invoice reaches admin department for processing.
• Handle queries & requests from Customer to ensure correct stock is ordered & received within correct lead times.

• Grade 12.
• Knowledge in Mining & Crushing Products / Industrial Tools.
• Minimum 2 years buying experience / Retail background.
• Experience in Buildsmart will be beneficial.
• Marketing/Merchandising related additional qualifications will be beneficial but not a requirement.
• Team Player.
• Computer Literate.
• Good Communications Skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Attending to detail to ensure specifications are being met and quality of purchases is up to standard.
• Displaying admirable negotiating skills in order to get the best deals.
• Demonstrating a passion for the type of products being purchased and a willingness to continuously stay up-to date on trends.
• Must be able to work under pressure

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