Strategic sourcing and supplier negotiation define this Senior Buyer role in Kimberley. Manage raw materials, components, costs, quality, and delivery.
Our client is a well-established industrial manufacturing company seeking a highly experienced Senior Buyer for its procurement team. The role requires strategic sourcing expertise, manufacturing supply chain knowledge, contract management, and solid negotiation skills. You will help drive supply chain efficiency through informed purchasing decisions and supplier performance management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead procurement for assigned raw materials and components
- Develop sourcing strategies to optimize supplier performance
- Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and commercial terms
- Monitor commodity prices and market trends
- Analyze spending for savings and process improvements
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field
- Five to seven years’ purchasing or buyer experience
- Manufacturing sector experience preferred
- Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software
- Knowledge of supply chain best practices and risk management
Use negotiation, analysis, and strategic sourcing expertise to strengthen industrial procurement performance for this Kimberley manufacturing employer.