1. Main Function of the Role The Company Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of materials, products, and services needed for the business. This role ensures optimal stock availability, cost-effectiveness, and supplier performance while supporting operational efficiency and profitability. The Company Buyer works closely with procurement, inventory, and sales teams to meet business needs. 2. Key Performance Areas Procurement & Supplier Management Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost competitiveness. Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to maximize value. Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and on time. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and resolve any issues relating to orders, delivery, or quality. Inventory & Stock Coordination Collaborate with stock and operations teams to forecast demand and maintain optimal stock levels. Monitor inventory trends to prevent stockouts or overstock situations. Support receiving teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of purchased goods. Reporting & Administration Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, supplier contracts, and invoices. Prepare regular reports on purchasing costs, supplier performance, and procurement metrics. Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and relevant regulations. Cost & Value Management Identify opportunities for cost savings, value improvement, and efficiency in procurement processes. Monitor market trends and pricing to inform purchasing decisions. 3. Qualifications and Experience Minimum Grade 12 / Senior Secondary Certificate with at least 23 points. 3–5 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (experience in hardware, construction, or retail industry advantageous). Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, vendor management, and negotiation techniques. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with inventory or ERP systems is an advantage. 4. Skills and Attributes Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Strong negotiation and communication skills. Highly organized with strong planning and follow-up ability. Attention to detail and cost-conscious mindset. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team. Professional, reliable, and proactive.
The Company Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of materials, products, and services needed for the business. This role ensures optimal stock availability, cost-effectiveness, and supplier performance while supporting operational efficiency and profitability. The Company Buyer works closely with procurement, inventory, and sales teams to meet business needs.
Procurement & Supplier Management
Source and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost competitiveness.
Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to maximize value.
Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and on time.
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and resolve any issues relating to orders, delivery, or quality.
Inventory & Stock Coordination
Collaborate with stock and operations teams to forecast demand and maintain optimal stock levels.
Monitor inventory trends to prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
Support receiving teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of purchased goods.
Reporting & Administration
Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, supplier contracts, and invoices.
Prepare regular reports on purchasing costs, supplier performance, and procurement metrics.
Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and relevant regulations.
Cost & Value Management
Identify opportunities for cost savings, value improvement, and efficiency in procurement processes.
Monitor market trends and pricing to inform purchasing decisions.
Minimum Grade 12 / Senior Secondary Certificate with at least 23 points.
3–5 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (experience in hardware, construction, or retail industry advantageous).
Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, vendor management, and negotiation techniques.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with inventory or ERP systems is an advantage.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Highly organized with strong planning and follow-up ability.
Attention to detail and cost-conscious mindset.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team.
Professional, reliable, and proactive.
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