Technical Buyer (Heavy Engineering)

Type: Permanent (Full-time)

• Lead the procurement lifecycle of specialized industrial components, with a focus on negotiating supplier agreements, managing commodity portfolios, and supporting high-value manufacturing lines.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generate and manage purchase orders, supplier quotes, and documentation to maintain system accuracy.
• Evaluate material and component requirements, ensuring coverage across commodities.
• Negotiate lead times, pricing, and stock levels to balance cost-efficiency with operational reliability.
• Prepare and send requests for quotations (RFQs); evaluate suppliers strategically.
• Monitor and report on supplier performance, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive improvements.
• Streamline the supplier base while maintaining competitive alternatives in place.
• Engage in supplier audits in collaboration with Quality and Engineering to uphold quality standards.
• Resolve invoice and credit discrepancies and compile procurement data for stakeholder reviews.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Associate degree or equivalent technical diploma; or 35 years of specialized procurement experience.
• Demonstrable expertise in highly technical commodity purchasing, preferably in machine tools, fabrication, or industrial systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (like SAP, Oracle) and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Position is based in KZN, local residency required.

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• We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.

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