Buyer
Hire Resolve
Germiston, Gauteng
Permanent
Posted 12 February 2026
- Closing Date 12 April 2026
Job Details
Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Buyer – Local to join a dynamic technical and manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services from local suppliers to support operational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
• Source goods and services and obtain quotations
• Execute approved requisitions and place orders
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and service
• Check order confirmations and update due dates and delivery schedules
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement improvements
• Expedite open orders and resolve supplier queries
• Assist with annual stock take preparations and participate in stock counts
• Support creditor queries and year-end financial requirements
• Provide training and assistance to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with ISO and health & safety standards
• Perform other reasonable duties as required by management
• Demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving skills to respond to urgent requirements
Minimum Requirements:
• Matric
• Preferred: BCom or relevant 3-year National Diploma/Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or related commercial field
• 3–5 years’ experience in local procurement, supplier management, or purchasing within a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and local supplier networks
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Advanced MS Excel and MS Office skills
• ERP system knowledge (Acumatica preferred) is an advantage
• Driver’s license and own transport preferred
• Willingness to work overtime as required
How to Apply:
The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services from local suppliers to support operational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
• Source goods and services and obtain quotations
• Execute approved requisitions and place orders
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and service
• Check order confirmations and update due dates and delivery schedules
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement improvements
• Expedite open orders and resolve supplier queries
• Assist with annual stock take preparations and participate in stock counts
• Support creditor queries and year-end financial requirements
• Provide training and assistance to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with ISO and health & safety standards
• Perform other reasonable duties as required by management
• Demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving skills to respond to urgent requirements
Minimum Requirements:
• Matric
• Preferred: BCom or relevant 3-year National Diploma/Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or related commercial field
• 3–5 years’ experience in local procurement, supplier management, or purchasing within a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and local supplier networks
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Advanced MS Excel and MS Office skills
• ERP system knowledge (Acumatica preferred) is an advantage
• Driver’s license and own transport preferred
• Willingness to work overtime as required
How to Apply:
- Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Mischa Bornman at [email protected] or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV to: [email protected]
- We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise
