Buyer

Overview

Assist senior buyer with procurement, vendor liaison, PO processing, and inventory.

Key Responsibilities

• purchase orders
• supplier management
• price reconciliation
• stock monitoring
• quotation requests
• procurement administration

Tasks

To provide administrative and operational support to the Procurement Department in sourcing materials and services for the business. The Assistant Buyer will work closely with the Senior Buyer and all other departments to ensure efficient purchasing processes, accurate record-keeping, and timely delivery of materials and supplies. -Follow up on all material and plant purchases, including delivery discrepancies or delays, and coordinate resolutions between suppliers and site teams. -Assist with maintaining and updating Sub-Contract Orders and Vendor/Sub-Contractor Cards. -Reconciling all price and quantity discrepancies on material and plant invoices by verifying documentation against purchase orders. -Monitor supplier OTIF and report findings to the Senior Buyer. -Maintain procurement files and purchase agreements to ensure they are organized and audit-ready. -Monitor and maintain stock levels for office and stationary supplies at Head Office. -Attend weekly teams Procurement / Plant meetings with each site. -Liaising with site management to identify upcoming and outstanding material requirements. -Obtain material pricing for the Tendering department as required. -Support the development and maintenance of positive relationships with vendors and suppliers. -Support the Senior Buyer and team with day-to-day procurement activities. -Prepare and issue quotation enquiries to suppliers to assist in pricing and sourcing materials. -Ensure all work is completed within agreed timelines and deadlines. -Process and progress Purchase Orders and liaise with the relevant department concerning any discrepancies. -Help maintain and update price lists, supplier information, and purchasing records.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• excel
• procurement qualification
• 3-year experience
• construction
• communication

What You Bring

-1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related administrative role. -Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook). -Experience in the construction industry is an advantage but not essential. -High standards of integrity and professionalism in all procurement activities. -Qualification or certification in Procurement or Supply Chain (desirable). -Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. -Strong organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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