Senior Procurement Buyer - Epping

Job Description

• The Group currently has a vacancy for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Procurement Buyer to support procurement operations in Cape Town. The role reports to the Group Procurement Manager and requires a hands-on individual who can drive cost savings, supplier performance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to

Procurement Management

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned commodities, departments and services

• Source suppliers through competitive tendering and quotation processes

• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and supplier agreements

• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing

• Identify and implement procurement process improvements

Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships

• Source and onboard new suppliers to improve competitiveness

• Monitor supplier performance against agreed service level agreements

• Resolve supplier quality, delivery and commercial issues

• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives

Purchase Order & Procurement Administration

• Manage purchase requisitions and purchase order processing

• Expedite outstanding orders to ensure uninterrupted operations

• Monitor supplier lead times and delivery performance

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records

Savings & Cost Optimization

• Achieve procurement savings targets through strategic sourcing initiatives

• Identify cost reduction opportunities across all procurement categories

• Analyze spend data and recommend sourcing strategies

• Deliver measurable value through supplier negotiations and process improvements

Governance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and company governance

• Develop, review and maintain Procurement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Assist with supplier contract administration and compliance

• Prepare procurement reports and KPI dashboards for management

Applicants must have the following qualifying criteria

• Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

• Minimum 8 years' procurement experience

• Proven strong strategic sourcing and supplier negotiation experience

• Experience within manufacturing, engineering or heavy industrial environments

• Engineering qualification or technical background will be advantageous

• Automotive industry experience will be advantageous

• Proven track record of delivering procurement savings and process improvements

• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Fraxion and Accpac experience advantageous)

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Valid Drivers' license

Qualifying Attributes

• Strong commercial acumen

• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• High attention to detail

• Excellent planning and organizational skills

• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Self-motivated, proactive and results-driven

• High levels of integrity and professionalism

• Job title: Senior Procurement Buyer

• Reporting to: National Procurement Manager

• Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include

• Provident fund

• Life cover at 4X annual salary

• Funeral cover

• Medical aid – Hospital Plan with Discovery Health

• 15 x paid leave days per annum

• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

• 07h30–17h00: Monday – Thursday

• 07h30–16h00: Friday

• May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements