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Durban: Buyer

Durban: Buyer

Posted on 2025-08-02 00:00:00

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Job Summary: To manager the Purchasing Department to ensure that goods are delivered on time, in an acceptable quality and at the correct price. MINIMUM SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED(COMPETENCIES) Matric, Mathematics advantageous At least 5 years relevant experience as a Buyer. Degree/Diploma in Purchasing or a similar relevant industry qualification and experience. BRIEF DESCRIOPTION OF KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Supplier Management Maintaining appropriate stock levels. Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on the business operations. Import Management Managing global supplier relationships. Placing forward orders and monitoring stock levels to ensure effective inventory replenishment in line with demand. Defining the commercial terms and ensuring documentation is completed and prepayments are made where required. Local Forecasting Forecasting usage and requirements for all local suppliers to be reviewed. Communicating forecasts with suppliers in advance to ensure alignment. Cost Control Conducting research to identify cost savings opportunities and communicate with management on suggested alternatives. Negotiating with suppliers when supplier increases are initiated and managing the supplier increase process. Communicating adjustments to forecasts. Management Reporting Reporting on supplier issues and working with suppliers and management to resolve issue. Reporting on price increases and decreases and manage the review process. Strategic Supplier Relationships Managing strategic supplier relationships. Ensure professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships.

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Durban: Buyer

Durban: Buyer

Posted on 2025-07-15 00:00:00

Employer Unspecified
Category Retail / wholesale
Location eThekwini  / Durban

Job Summary

Role: Buyer Position: Buyer :Stationery and Office Equipment and Furniture Location: Durban Start Date: Immediate Minimum Qualifications: Matric Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management / Procurement/ Sales Min 3 years experience industry related Pastel Accounting Skills Required: Creative flair Numerate with highly commercial approach Excellent interpersonal skills Accurate Punctual Strong negotiator Systems literate Ability to influence Attention to detail Roles and Responsibilities Source new brands and product in line with our clients strategy through knowledge and expertise of the products and market Negotiate the best possible terms with suppliers i.e. margin, trade discounts, markdown support, marketing contribution and sell through agreements. Ensure that Buying decisions are based on a sound commercial framework to drive sales and profit. Compete to be the first to market with new and exclusive brands & products and devise the launch strategy with the retail outlets Responsible for range planning.

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