Gauteng: Buyer and Parts Salesman posted by ESG Recruitment

Qualifications & Experience Essential:
– Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
– 25 years experience in parts sales, procurement, in a motor
manufacturing industry environment.
– Strong knowledge of trailer parts, components and part
numbering systems.
– Experience with stock/inventory systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement / Buyer Tasks
– Source and negotiate with suppliers for trailer parts,
accessories, and consumables, ensuring competitive pricing and
terms.
– Prepare and issue purchase orders; monitor delivery schedules
to ensure timely receipt of stock.
– Maintain optimal inventory levels and reorder points to avoid
stockouts or overstock situations.
– Analyse usage trends and forecast parts demand in
coordination with sales/service teams.
– Manage supplier performance, resolve delivery issues, and
reconcile discrepancies in invoices or quality.
– Maintain accurate procurement records in inventory systems.
– Must assist with receiving and checking of new deliveries.
Sales / Customer Service Tasks
– Serve walk-in and telephone customers, identifying required
parts and upselling as appropriate.
– Prepare quotations, process orders, issue invoices, and ensure
correct pricing and parts specification.
– Advise customers on technical part specifications and
compatibility.
– Build and maintain strong client relationships including trade
and retail accounts.
– Follow up on quotes and outstanding orders; ensure high levels
of customer satisfaction.
Inventory & Reporting
– Conduct regular stock counts and ensure accuracy of inventory
levels.
– Produce periodic reports on sales, procurement, stock
variances, slow/fast movers, and supplier performance
– Assist in resolving any issues/queries related to the above and
information required by management.

Skills & Competencies
– Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
– Strong customer service orientation.
– Analytical mindset with good forecasting and planning ability.
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
– Good communication and interpersonal skills.
– Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability.
Working Conditions:
– Office-based with factory site visits, depending on the project.
– Temporary position.
– Must be willing to work overtime.
– Must have own transport.