12 Buyer jobs in Eastern Cape

Buyer position in the General Procurement Department (Kariega)

Brief Role Description

Perform technical work that results in commercially/legally correct orders/contracts being placed that ensure that goods and services are purchased on time, economically, to the required quality standard and in economic quantities to provide an uninterrupted supply and service to production at all times

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Applying financial, accounting and economic knowledge to evaluate pricing.

• Benchmarking; Global Competitive Sourcing; Supplier Negotiations.
• Evaluation of suppliers and negotiation of prices and terms, service delivery and quality whilst maintaining regulatory and quality standards.
• Achieve monthly and year-on-year savings.
• Preparation of RFQ, Purchase order and Contract documentation.
• Maintaining current supplier base and establishing new suppliers to achieve cost and service optimisation through benchmarking and market research.
• Adjudication of tenders based on procedural requirements to ensure competitive and fair supplier selection.

Qualification requirements

National Diploma/ Degree in the following disciplines – Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management or Public Management.

Experience needed

3 – 5 years General Procurement (non-production buying) experience within the automotive- or related industry.

Essentials

• Negotiation & Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret commercial and general data.
• Skilled in Financial Analysis / Costing / Presentations.
• Have the ability to work under pressure, set and achieve timing plans.
• Have good oral and written communication skills in English.
• Have strong administrative and analytical skills.
• Be computer literate (SAP, MS Office) competency is essential

Added Advantage

• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Have experience in buying of stock items.

• Applying financial, accounting, and economic knowledge to evaluate pricing.
• Conducting benchmarking, global competitive sourcing, and supplier negotiations.
• Evaluating suppliers and negotiating prices, terms, service delivery, and quality while maintaining regulatory and quality standards.
• Achieving monthly and year-on-year savings targets.
• Preparing RFQs, purchase orders, and contract documentation.
• Maintaining the current supplier base and establishing new suppliers to achieve cost and service optimization through benchmarking and market research.
• Adjudicating tenders based on procedural requirements to ensure competitive and fair supplier selection.

• National Diploma or Degree in one of the following disciplines: Procurement, Logistics, Commerce, Finance, Business Management, or Public Management.

• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret commercial and general data.
• Skilled in financial analysis, costing, and presentations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet timing plans.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong administrative and analytical skills.
• Computer literacy (SAP and MS Office competency is essential).

• A valid drivers license.
• Experience in buying stock items.

Our client a Vehicle Manufacturer is requiring an Assistant Supply Chain Manager  to join their team.

The purpose of the position is to assist in overseeing the procurement of goods and services for the plant, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.

Location: Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha

Job type: Permanent – on site

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in Creating and implementing purchasing policies and strategies aligned with the organization's goals and budget.
• Assist Supplier Management in Identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers based on quality, price, and reliability, while maintaining strong relationships with existing vendors.
• Be Involved or solely negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery terms with suppliers to secure the best value for the organization.
• Work with inventory control to determine optimal stock levels, minimize waste, and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor purchasing expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and managing the purchasing budget.
• Ensure procured goods and services meet the organization's quality standards and specifications.
• Supervise and mentor purchasing staff, delegate tasks, and provide guidance on purchasing processes.
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with relevant regulations and policies.
• Manage the workflow and ensure that daily tasks are completed effectively and efficiently
• Identify areas for improvement in operational processes and implement strategies to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Manage resources, including personnel, materials, and equipment, to optimize their utilization and minimize waste
• Implement and monitor quality control measures to ensure that all jobs done are meeting established standards.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the overall business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and relevant industry standards.
• Prepare and present reports on operational performance to senior management.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Relevant Diploma or Degree advantageous
• Knowledge of procurement principles and practices: Including sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software:
• Experience in inventory and supply chain management:
• Experience in Supply Chain and operations Management
• Bilingual In English and Mandarin

Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Leadership and management skills

Should you meet the above criteria, we invite you to apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful

Location:Kariega, ZA

Supply Chain Manager 1

Location: A 0802 Kariega

Division: BENTELER Automotive

Working Area: Logistics

Employment Type: Professional

Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time

Weekly Working Hours: 40.00

Required Languages: English

Requisition ID: 45004

At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen

Your Personality

• 5-10 years experience in similar role in a Tier 1 or 2 organisation

• Relevant tertiary Qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain Management or Commerce

• SAP experience & Excel (V-look up etc)

Your Opportunity

• Oversee the full Supply Chain management (SCM)/Logistics function. SCM function includes:

• Inbound (local and import raw materials/parts)

• Warehouse for storage of manufactured parts and

• Outbound–for distribution of product to varying OEM clients in the region–eg. VWGroup/Ford/BMW

• Clear understanding of IATF 16949/ISO TS

• Leadership and manage staff of about 70 reports in the Logistics department

• Lean knowledge for CI opportunities

• Highly Computer literate – analyse data, prepare and present Reports and interface with

Customers and/or Clients release/call off

• Management of working capital and management of No Surprise Letter/Escalation

• Maintenance of min and max stock balances – integrity of stock is key. Contingency plans

essential to avoid line stoppages

• Oversee Stock-Takes and check stock on hand vs Balance sheet

• Identify and eliminate all risk to Production to meet Customer demand forecast/schedule

• Automotive/Manufacturing experience preferable with Kaizen/JIS or JIT knowledge and exposure

• Good working knowledge of modern ERP systems, preferably SAP R3, MPS and S & OP

• Must have Freight/ INCO terms knowledge

• Proven track record in E2E supply systems & processes

Your contact

((Jeffery Smith ))

BENTELER Human Resources

Phone: (( ))

Purpose of the Role

To provide supervisory oversight across procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and continuity of business processes. This role acts as a bridge between senior management and junior staff/interns, while managing day-to-day procurement activities, vendor relations, compliance requirements, and operational reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise procurement interns and junior staff, providing training, guidance, and performance monitoring.
• Oversee purchase order processing, vendor follow-ups, documentation management, and delivery tracking.
• Maintain and update procurement spend reports, vendor compliance files (BEE, tax, ISO, OHS, etc.).
• Ensure operational compliance with OHS, ISO, and CHIPP requirements.
• Support group-wide supply chain operations across warehousing, labour management, fleet maintenance, operator training, and medical certifications.
• Manage procurement filing systems (digital & physical) to ensure audit readiness.
• Act as second-in-command to the GM of Supply Chain, providing continuity in absence.
• Engage suppliers professionally, handling escalations and ensuring adherence to service levels.
• Provide reporting and analysis to senior management on procurement performance and compliance risks.

Key Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Procurement.
• 5–7 years of experience in procurement/supply chain operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and compliance requirements.
• Exposure to warehousing, fleet management, and OHS/ISO compliance is an advantage.
• High competency in MS Excel and ERP/procurement systems.
• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a group structure (transport, logistics, warehousing).
• Personal Attributes
• Detail-oriented with strong accountability.
• Professional, assertive, and solutions driven.
• Capable of balancing operational oversight with compliance management.
• Able to mentor junior staff and drive performance improvement.

Advert Wording (for External Post)

We are seeking a Procurement & Supply Chain Supervisor to join our group-level logistics team. The successful candidate will oversee daily procurement operations, supervise junior staff, ensure compliance with OHS and ISO standards, and act as a critical support to the GM: Supply Chain. This role requires strong operational experience, proven supervisory skills, and the ability to balance hands-on execution with compliance oversight across a diverse business environment.

This position is aligned with our Employment Equity goals. Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in accordance with the company's EE Plan.

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Closing date:19th of September 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Expertise in strengthening immunization supply chains, which could include: introducing transformative change to immunization supply chains that produce demonstrable improvements in supply chain performance; improving stock management for vaccines and devices to avoid facility-level stock-outs, and/or strengthening waste management to reduce infection risk and/or environmental impact. Including:

• Experience working in east and/or west African countries required
• Experience with delivering technical assistance (i.e., not just research) required
• Experience with GAVI or other donor-funded immunization initiatives projects highly preferred
• Masters (or better) and 10+ years of experience with immunization programs and supply chains

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

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• Assist in developing and implementing purchasing strategies
• Evaluate and negotiate with suppliers
• Support inventory and cost management
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Supervise and guide purchasing staff
• Manage risks and support operational efficiency
• Promote team building and strategic planning
• Communicate across departments and report to senior management

• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
• Proficient in procurement, contract management, and supplier relations
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and purchasing software
• Experienced in inventory, supply chain, and operations management
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin