South Africa: Buyer posted by Omega HR Solutions

Buyer General Procurement (Automotive Sector)

About the Opportunity

Our client, a leading player in the automotive manufacturing sector, is seeking an experienced Buyer (General Procurement) to join their dynamic procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing non-production procurement activities, driving cost optimisation, ensuring supplier quality, and supporting overall operational efficiency.

If youre a strategic thinker with a strong grasp of financial, commercial, and supply-chain principles this is your chance to contribute to a world-class manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate supplier performance, negotiate prices and contracts, and ensure regulatory and quality standards are upheld.

• Apply sound financial, accounting, and economic knowledge to assess pricing and supplier offers.

• Prepare RFQs, purchase orders, and contract documentation.

• Manage existing suppliers while identifying and onboarding new ones through benchmarking and market analysis.

• Support tender adjudication processes to ensure fairness and competitiveness.

• Achieve measurable monthly and annual savings through smart sourcing and negotiation strategies.

About You

Essential qualifications & experience:

• National Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management, or Public Management.

• 35 years general procurement (non-production buying) experience within the automotive or related industry.

• Proven negotiation and problem-solving ability.

• Strong financial analysis, costing, and presentation skills.

• Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to work under pressure.

• Computer literacy essential SAP and MS Office proficiency required.

Added advantage:

• Valid drivers licence.

• Previous experience in stock item purchasing.

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers you a chance to grow within a high-performance environment that values excellence, innovation, and professional development. Youll play a key role in sourcing strategies that directly impact business success.