Reference Number UNI250715-1
Job Title Buyer I
Business Unit / Division Agriculture
Contract RCL Malalane Workshop
Job Type Classification Permanent - Normal
Location - Town / City Malalane
Location - Province Mpumalanga
Location - Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Grade 12 | National Certificate
Job Advert Summary
An opportunity has become available for a Buyer Iwho will be responsible for inventory records and general administration and assist in the placement of purchase orders. The Buyer I will also be responsible for compiling records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices and deliveries and follow up with vendors regarding order status.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric
- Relevant tertiary qualification
- Computer skills Intermediate Excel, Outlook
- Deadline orientated and ability to co-ordinate the various activities related to buying
- High level of accuracy with attention to detail
- 3 years or more experience working with Automotive parts.
- An excellent ability to work in a team
- 3 years or more experience in a similar role
- Ensure the most cost-effective methods of acquiring goods necessary for
- Providing necessary back-order reports on stock purchased weekly
- Maintain the Asset register for the company on a day-to-day basis
- Review purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness
- Capture all Purchase Orders into electronic system
- Seek new suppliers based on best price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support
- Review the preferred suppliers on a regular basis and seek better products/suppliers
- Follow up on orders placed with suppliers
- Keep track of all suppliers BEE ratings and scorecards
- Maintain the suppliers list
- Responsible for the receiving of all goods ordered
- Ensure all items are received on time and are in good condition
- Assist the Finance department with day-to-day administration functions when required
- Assist the Storeman when necessary
- Track market conditions and price trends
