Job Summary
A leading manufacturing company that specializes in precision plastic injection moulding, offering full turnkey solutions from design and tooling to assembly and packaging is seeking a skilled Buyer to join their team.Key Responsibilities
Procurement
- Source and purchase raw materials, packaging, maintenance spares, and production-related goods.
- Raise purchase orders on ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Odoo, Syspro).
- Ensure procurement is aligned with production schedules and stock levels.
- Maintain accurate records of orders, delivery dates, and supplier terms.
- Supplier Management
- Identify, assess, and develop reliable suppliers.
- Negotiate best prices, payment terms, and contracts.
- Monitor supplier performance (quality, cost, delivery).
- Resolve supplier non-conformance issues and late deliveries.
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Monitor stock levels and reorder to prevent shortages or overstocking.
- Track procurement costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinate with stores / warehouses on incoming goods.
Compliance & Systems
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, B-BBEE requirements, and regulatory standards.
- Maintain procurement data on ERP systems.
- Support internal and external audits.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with production, quality, finance, and engineering teams.
- Provide input on forecasting, planning, and new product development.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, or related field.
- CIPS or SAPICS certification is advantageous
- 3–5 years’ experience as a Buyer in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong ERP system knowledge (SAP, Syspro, Odoo, etc.).
- Experience in working with technical drawings/specifications is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical and attention to detail.
- Good understanding of supply chain and inventory management principles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems.
- Problem-solving and ability to work under pressure.
- Knowledge of B-BBEE, local sourcing, and import/export compliance
If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com or visit website: www.hireresolve.co.za
About
Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.
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