Direct material buyer

Qualifications Certificate/ Diploma/ Degree in Purchasing, Logistics or related fields (NQF 5 / 6) Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite; SAP) Knowledge of SAP, ERP Systems and other job-specific software systems Up to 3 years as a Buyer or similar role in a Manufacturing environment Responsibilities Purchasing (Buyer) Operations Executes, expedites and maintains purchase orders and procurement of imported and local materials. Sources alternative suppliers for local and imported materials. Quarterly meeting with Technical to review material risk, new materials and alternatives. Conducts daily, weekly and monthly reporting on system to ensure adequate document control and tracking. Ensures accurate quality, quantity and availability of products. Reports monthly on supplier performance. Sources quotations and tenders from suppliers; negotiates delivery and lead times and processes transport arrangements to ensure OTIF delivery. Ensures the shipping (Air freight and Sea freight) and Forex De...