Buyer

Our client a leading Chemical Manufacturing company based in Durban is looking to fill the position of Buyer.

Purpose of the Role:

This role will include a focus on expediting of local and international shipments ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery whilst supporting our commitment to world-class operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identifying the organisations purchasing needs.
• Building relationships with suppliers and negotiating with them for the best price quantities and delivery timescales.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production and QA to design packaging solutions that enhance product visibility and shelf appeal.
• Processing requisitions and updating production on the status of orders.
• Updating inventory and managing stock levels.
• Arranging transport of goods and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinating with production logistics and warehouse.
• Maintain accurate documentation of processes and procedures ensuring adherence to ISO standards and facilitating successful audits.
• Generating and processing of Branch orders.
• Deliver on departmental KPIs such as supplier OTIFQ reduction of demurrage costs and efficiency improvements.
• Loading of relevant price lists and supplier documentation on agreed platforms.
• Ensuring that all sourcing activities are done in accordance with the Procurement Guidelines and SOPs.
• Resolving any invoicing quantity or price variances.
• Promoting ethical practices and behaviours with all stakeholders.
• BBBEE certificate collection and data capture.

Qualifications / Experience / Competencies:

• Matric / Grade 12
• BCom Supply Chain/Logistics CIPS APICS or similar. Experience in import logistics and international trade advantageous.
• 2 - 3 years (Chemical industry experience would be advantageous)
• Excellent Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in ERP and software systems.
• Analytical and methodical.
• Detail orientated with a commitment to accuracy in documentation and reporting.

If you are interested in applying for this role please send a detailed copy of your CV to

If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks please consider your application as unsuccessful.