Junior Buyer

Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Job Description


  • To provide assistance to the Buyers and senior Buyers in identifying and procuring goods and services that Procure Man requires.
  • Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers while seeking new ones.
  • 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
  • Recordkeeping
  • Researching target markets, market trends and monitor competitors
  • Negotiating prices with suppliers
  • All other administrative activities
  • Customer service
  • Assist in general administrative tasks
  • 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.
  • Ensure all purchase orders and invoices are completed
  • Grade 12.
  • 1 years buying experience.
  • Knowledge in Mining & Crushing Products / Industrial Tools will be advantageous.
  • Previous buying or retail experience will be advantageous.
  • 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.
  • 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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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1349627
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned