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Through our sugar operations in Southern Africa, we produce a range of refined carbohydrate products from sugarcane. We have considerable expertise in downstream agricultural products, biofuel production and electricity cogeneration. Competition for water and alternative land usages is an ongoing dy… read morenamic. We balance the operational requirement for cane supplies to our sugarcane processing operations with the transition of agricultural land to other uses at the appropriate times. We are well positioned to benefit from the changing world of agriculture and agri-processing.
The overall purpose of the Senior Buyer (Commodities) is to play a pivotal role in the procurement of Commodities such as Coal, Lime, Fuel, Raw Materials and Chemicals.
Responsible for the transactional procurement of goods and/or services as guided by the respective category strategy and business requirements.
The role includes buying against a contract and/or supporting sourcing processes.
The role will assist with all administrative requirements, contract administration and supplier communication for the category.
This role is responsible for ensuring availability of quality raw materials and chemicals and the provision of reliable commodity information to the business on demand.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement of strategic commodities : Coal, Lime, Salt, Agric Chemicals, Fuel, Import Chemicals, Voermol Raw Materials, and Chemicals
Full Management of the procurement-to-pay process for the portfolio.
Convene and Attend Commodity Pricing and Management Meetings
Preparation of commodity monthly price forecasts.
Resolve Payment Queries where required
Reduction of working capital exposure
Supplier Performance Management
Ensure compliance with Treasury/Finance and legislative requirements regarding all foreign procurement
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies
Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management or Procurement or equivalent experience
High stress tolerance and excellent time management skills
4 Years Procurement with commodities
Stakeholder engagements.
In-depth product knowledge for TH commodities such as Cotton Oil Cake, CMS, Molasses, DBG, Soya etc
Planning, Scheduling & Crisis Management
SAP Materials Management (MM) module
Supply Contracts
Tenders and Forecasting
Supplier Negotiations
Strong planning, negotiation, and implementation skills
Ability to conduct market-related research to keep abreast of commodity pricing and monitor product availability
Full understanding of TH Vendor management requirements and governance
Sound understanding of import procedures and all related documentation
Closing date : Monday, 10 November 2025
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