Buyer - Retail Industry - Midrand
RPO Recruitment
Midrand, Gauteng
Permanent
Posted 09 April 2025
Job Details
Job Description
RPO Recruitment’s client is actively seeking a skilled Buyer to join their dynamic team based in Midrand. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and detail-oriented procurement professional to play a key role in the company’s supply chain operations. If you have a passion for sourcing, supplier relations, and maintaining an efficient procurement process, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Process daily orders and manage relevant ordering systems
- Complete procurement and warehouse procedures in a timely manner
- Manage purchase orders and sales queries, expedite orders, and track deliveries
- Communicate proactively with stakeholders regarding shipping dates and potential delays
- Monitor the status of purchase orders, forecasts, and stock requisitions
- Resolve issues related to PO/invoice discrepancies, returns, and supplier quality problems
- Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal departments
- Fulfill stock requests, monitor outstanding bookings, and manage buy-outs within SLA
- Escalate supplier performance issues when necessary and ensure timely reporting
- Maintain and update master data and pricing on relevant systems (including promotional pricing)
- Ensure website content (pricing, stock, images) aligns with procurement records
- Assist with stock and range monitoring, risk management for out-of-stocks, and ad hoc reporting
- Contribute to continuous improvement and procurement-related projects
Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Degree or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (advantageous)
- At least 2 years’ experience in a procurement or buying role
- Valid Code EC driver’s license
- Fluent in English, with excellent communication skills for dealing with internal teams and suppliers
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Experience working with ERP systems
- Ability to multitask, work well under pressure, and manage priorities effectively
- Willingness to work long hours or after-hours as required (must have own transport)
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skill
Benefits
- Salary: negotiable
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Yusrah Farouk at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com.