Experienced Buyer Wanted

We are looking for an experienced buyer, preferably with a manufacturing background. The successful candidate will be able to excel at both the strategic & functional elements of this key role. They will be responsible for some of our key Purchasing commodities, helping to create & implement the overall strategy for same.

General Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the supply chain manager regarding maintaining proper inventory levels of materials used on a regular basis
• Key participant in the filling of purchase orders
• Organizes purchasing requisitions
• Key participant in the development of creating an accurate and efficient monitoring system
• Collaborates on entering data into databases or other computerized systems to maintain up-to-date supplier and vendor information, to track purchases and the status of orders and deliveries, and to generate purchasing reports and statistics

Experience / Qualifications

• A university degree required (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Must be a team player able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands
• Strong communication skills; oral, written and presentation
• Strong organization, planning and time management skills to achieve results
• Strong personal and professional ethical values and integrity
• Holds self-accountable to achieving goals and standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Strong interpersonal & collaboration skills to work effectively with all levels of the organization including suppliers and/or external customers
• To play a lead role in the formulation & implementation of the strategy for the commodities under their control
• To continually seek improvements in purchasing procedures and methods employed in line with the company’s strategic growth plans.
• To be responsible for supplier interface including contracting, auditing and analysis, selection/de-selection and development.
• To negotiate the keenest prices at the best quality in all dealings with suppliers.
• To liaise with suppliers on a daily basis and develop strong supplier partnerships.
• To liaise closely with all relevant departments as required.
• To manage material costing and all associated material aspects on nominated customer programs.
• To work closely with the materials control department in assuring the timely supply of materials into the company.
• To represent the company at supplier meeting both internal and external as appropriate.
• To travel to nominated trade fairs and vendor premises as and when deemed necessary.
• Contribute to the overall team/departmental strategy.
• Keep abreast of the latest innovations and developments.
• Ensure compliance at all times with company and statutory requirements.
• Participate in the day-to-day activities of the team and work effectively as a team member to ensure continuous improvement.
• Meet performance measures and KPI’s set for you and your team.
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with members of your team and other parts of the business.
• Participate in training opportunities.
• Must have a 3+ years Buying experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience of Mechanical components/Injection moulding/Electronics is preferred.