Senior Buyer, Johannesburg

Senior Buyer A high-performance procurement role within a fast-growing African industrial supply group servicing mining, oil&gas, construction, rail, ports, and infrastructure projects across Africa.

Key Responsibilities

Manage large-scale sourcing and procurement across multiple industries and divisions

Have a strong understanding of procurement processes within mining, construction, oil&gas, and industrial sectors

Source products competitively while maintaining quality, reliability, and delivery performance

Operate effectively under pressure and within tight project deadlines

Plan daily workflow efficiently to manage multiple large procurement requirements simultaneously

Maintain strong communication with business development teams, logistics, dispatch, suppliers, finance, and clients

Track order progress closely to ensure delivery deadlines are achieved

Build and maintain strong supplier and OEM relationships

Assist in negotiating pricing, lead times, payment terms, and supply agreements

Sometimes travel with Business Developers / Account Managers to better understand client operations and requirements

Help guide and mentor junior buyers within the team

Ensure procurement systems, records, and communication remain properly updated

Reports to: Division Heads / COO / CFO

Requirements

Strong procurement and sourcing experience

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Ability to work under extreme pressure in a fast-moving environment

Strong negotiation and communication skills

Strong understanding of industrial supply chains

Positive attitude, accountability, and strong work ethic

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