Job Summary
Our Client in the FMCG Industry is seeking to employ a Buyer - Industrial Equipment (6 Month Contract) to their team based in Maitland Cape Town.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience as a Buyer, Procurement Officer, or Supply Chain Coordinator in an industrial, engineering, or machinery environment.
- Experience working with international suppliers.
- Ability to manage end-to-end purchasing cycles.
- Understanding of technical specifications, materials, and part alignment.
- ERP system experience (UNITY advantageous).
- Master Data management experience.
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and multitask.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
- Process signed quotes and ensure all requirements are accurately captured and aligned with technical specifications before placing orders.
- Manage purchase orders, ensure documentation accuracy, and maintain communication with suppliers throughout the order lifecycle.
- Liaise with Finance to monitor invoice payments according to agreed terms.
- Obtain competitive shipping quotes, track the movement of equipment, and communicate any delays.
- Coordinate delivery, offloading, and handover to internal teams, confirming goods received meet specifications.
- Maintain clear and professional communication with customers, suppliers, workshops, logistics, and finance teams.
- Manage a broad product portfolio with high accuracy and resolve procurement, logistics, and delivery challenges efficiently.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.