Senior Procurement Buyer - Gauteng

About the role

The Group currently has a vacancy for a highly driven and experienced Senior Procurement Buyer to support procurement operations in Gauteng. The role reports to the Group Procurement Manager and requires a hands-on individual who can drive cost savings, supplier performance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all procurement activities within the region, including end-to-end procurement processes.
• Negotiate pricing, rates, and contracts, achieve savings targets, conduct market analysis and benchmarking, and continuously improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships. Source new suppliers to improve competitiveness, monitor SLA performance, and drive continuous improvement in supplier quality, cost and delivery.
• Oversee all store operations including receiving, issuing and stock control. Ensure high levels of inventory accuracy and system integrity. Manage and support stores personnel.
• Oversee purchase order processing and stock item management. Manage daily MRP activities to ensure optimal stock levels, ensure timely replenishment, resolve delays, and expedite outstanding orders.
• Carry out and manage cycle counts, weekly and bi-weekly stock takes. Analyze, report, and communicate results to management, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across procurement and stores.
• Provide guidance and support to procurement and stores personnel under the guidance of the National Procurement manager.
• Responsible for achieving national procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, cost reduction programs, and continuous identification of value improvement opportunities across the business.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 8+ years’ experience in procurement and stores management.
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and cost management experience.
• Experience in industrial and manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Engineering background or qualifications is a big plus.
• Automotive industry experience is an advantage.
• Proven track record of achieving cost savings and process improvements.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with Fraxion and Accpac is advantageous.