{"id":36253,"date":"2026-05-20T12:04:20","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T12:04:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/mid-buyer-sunderland-ridge-centurion\/"},"modified":"2026-05-20T12:04:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-20T12:04:38","slug":"mid-buyer-sunderland-ridge-centurion","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/mid-buyer-sunderland-ridge-centurion\/","title":{"rendered":"Mid Buyer (Sunderland Ridge, Centurion)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description<\/p>\n<p>\tPump and Abrasion Technologies (PABT) is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of heavy-duty slurry pumps. Our culture is deeply rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a &#8220;do whatever it takes&#8221; mindset.<\/p>\n<p>Key Competencies &amp; requirements:<\/p>\n<p>\tBCom Degree or any other relevant qualification is essential.<br \/>\n\t3 years\u2019 supply chain or procurement experience.<br \/>\n\tSyspro experience is an added advantage<br \/>\n\tExposure to international procurement practice will be advantageous.<br \/>\n\tSuitable candidate will be highly energetic, self-driven, independent, self-motivated person with extensive problem solving and communication skills.<br \/>\n\tStrong financial performance: optimized supplier costs and performance results. Cost and performance vs. industry standards and competitors<br \/>\n\tMust be confident to work on his\/her own initiative.<br \/>\n\tMust be able to work well under pressure and able to successfully manage tight deadlines and multitask.<\/p>\n<p>Key Functions of Role, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:<\/p>\n<p>\tTo perform duties in sourcing, negotiating and finalizing all orders relating to the purchase of direct and indirect materials for the company.<br \/>\n\tManages a continuous improvement program regarding external suppliers and benchmarks total cost and performance.<br \/>\n\tConduct regular price comparisons between various retail chains ensuring consistent competitiveness.<br \/>\n\tNegotiate with vendors and suppliers of agreed materials for cost reductions and delivery schedules utilising initiatives such as consignment stock agreements.<br \/>\n\tRegular procurement from local as well as from international suppliers to ensure consistent supply and availability.<br \/>\n\tDaily price negotiations with suppliers.<br \/>\n\tRelationship building with internal and external customers throughout the value chain.<br \/>\n\tDaily stock level management, forecasting and demand planning.<br \/>\n\tWith collaboration of technical team ensure that suppliers deliver desired quality.<br \/>\n\tResolve all relevant internal and external queries.<br \/>\n\tEnsure customer and supplier inquiries are resolved efficiently.<br \/>\n\tProcessing of Requisitions.<br \/>\n\tCompletion of supplier application forms.<br \/>\n\tPlacing orders with suppliers.<br \/>\n\tQuotes requested from suppliers.<br \/>\n\tOther administrative tasks as requested.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>pabtglobal.simplify.hr<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/pabtglobal.simplify.hr","_company_name":"Pump & Abrasion Technologies","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"We constantly challenge the status quo. 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