Purchaser

As our client's Purchasing Department grows, we are looking for a meticulous and skilled Purchaser to join their team. In this role, you will oversee procurement processes, ensuring materials and services are sourced promptly and cost-effectively

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement and tracking of direct, indirect, and MRO materials and supplies.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality and on-time delivery.
• Develop and evaluate reliable sources of supply, explore alternative vendors, conduct new supplier sourcing, and support supplier qualification.
• Collaborate with suppliers to secure timely material availability, monitor order status, review deliveries, and coordinate periodic evaluations.
• Lead and implement cost-saving initiatives that uphold quality and compliance standards.

Requirements

• Proficient knowledge of IT applications primarily MS Office and ERP systems.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

Education and Experience

• A tertiary level of education in procurement, supply chain management, or comparable qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

Job Reference: YA892