Employer Description
Our client is a Chemical Manufacturing company
Job Description
Our client who is a chemical supplier has an opportunity for an energetic individual to join their team in the capacity of a buyer. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the following:
- Research and identify prospective suppliers which are aligned with companys key objectives
- Analyse and understand the supply environments perception towards the organization and the industry
- Identify all goods and services necessary for the business to function and meet its overall objectives
- Analyse suppliers using various tools in order to understand which are best positioned to support the company in achieving its objectives
- Analyze industries and demand trends
- Conduct full tender processes, request quotations when necessary
- Compare prices amongst various vendors in order to make sound purchasing decisions
- Other related duties
Qualifications
- Matric
- Bcom Supply Chain Management or Equivalent
Skills
- 5 Years buying experience in the Chemical Industry
- Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- A natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance.
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