Junior Buyer

People Dimension

Pretoria, Gauteng
R20,000 per month
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job SummaryIntroductionA well-established construction company based in Silverton is looking for a Junior Buyer (Civil Industry) to join their dynamic company.Duties & Responsibilities * Sourcing and Procurement: Identify and source suppliers for materials, equipment, and services required for civil engineering projects.

Vendor Management: Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and negotiate favourable terms and pricing.
Purchase Orders: Prepare and issue purchase orders based on project requirements, specifications, and budget constraints.
Price Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and discounts with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and compliance.
Material Requisition: Collaborate with project managers and engineers to understand project requirements and generate material requisitions.
Supplier Evaluation: Evaluate supplier performance based on criteria such as quality, delivery time, and adherence to contractual agreements.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, track deliveries, and coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize stockouts.
Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with contract terms, specifications, and applicable regulations in all procurement activities.
Cost Analysis: Analyse costs and expenditures related to procurement activities to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and correspondence with suppliers.

Desired Experience & Qualification * Education: A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field is typically required. Relevant coursework in procurement or logistics is advantageous.

Experience: Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in the construction or civil engineering industry, is beneficial. Experience as a purchasing assistant or procurement intern can be valuable for a junior role.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Build Smart Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting, is essential. Familiarity with procurement software or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is a plus.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for analysing supplier proposals, conducting cost comparisons, and evaluating bids.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are important for liaising with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and team members.
Negotiation Skills: The ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers to secure favourable pricing, terms, and conditions is essential.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills are required to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail is important when reviewing contracts, specifications, and purchase orders to ensure accuracy and compliance

Package & RemunerationR 20 000 - R 25 000 CTC pm.Interested?Please forward your CV toPeople Dimension15 Soveriegn drive, Irene. Route 212-10RecruiterAboutPEOPLE DIMENSION believes that every successful Brand is shaped by Great People who deliver on the promise they make. PEOPLE DIMENSION is a Recruitment agency committed to seek greatness in the South African job market. Skills attraction is our passion and building trusted partnerships with both our clients and applicants our priority. PEOPLE DIMENSION prides us on providing a personalized and delivery-focused recruitment function across all industries. Our Services include both permanent and contract placements, in the following specialist areas;  Information Technology  Engineering  Finance  Office Support  Insurance  Marketing & Sales A clear understanding of our clients' business and corporate culture is the starting point of every successful placement we make. Our extensive industry knowledge and more than 11 year presence within the recruitment industry, enables us to find and introduce South Africa's top talent to our clients. We also believe in continuous follow up on the progress of the candidate we have placed as well as the level of both our client's and candidate's satisfaction with our service. PEOPLE DIMENSION adheres to the APSO Constitution and Code of Ethics and is therefore very serious in complying with the requirements of South Africa's Labour legislation. We are also a Level 4 BEE Contributor. Integrity and Service excellence is our promise to you. We invite you to choose PEOPLE DIMENSION as your recruitment partner.

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