Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

Senior Buyer

Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital  •  Johannesburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  7 hours ago
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Job Description

Senior Buyer

A high-performance procurement role within a fast-growing African industrial supply group servicing mining, oil & gas, construction, rail, ports, and infrastructure projects across Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage large-scale sourcing and procurement across multiple industries and divisions
  • Have a strong understanding of procurement processes within mining, construction, oil & gas, and industrial sectors
  • Source products competitively while maintaining quality, reliability, and delivery performance
  • Operate effectively under pressure and within tight project deadlines
  • Plan daily workflow efficiently to manage multiple large procurement requirements simultaneously
  • Maintain strong communication with business development teams, logistics, dispatch, suppliers, finance, and clients
  • Track order progress closely to ensure delivery deadlines are achieved
  • Build and maintain strong supplier and OEM relationships
  • Assist in negotiating pricing, lead times, payment terms, and supply agreements
  • Sometimes travel with Business Developers / Account Managers to better understand client operations and requirements
  • Help guide and mentor junior buyers within the team
  • Ensure procurement systems, records, and communication remain properly updated
    
     Requirements:
  • Strong procurement and sourcing experience
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
  • Ability to work under extreme pressure in a fast-moving environment
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Strong understanding of industrial supply chains
  • Positive attitude, accountability, and strong work ethic
  • Reports to:Division Heads / COO / CFO
Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

About Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

Boardroom Appointments is a global specialist in Recruitment, Contract Staffing, Project Staffing, Temporary Employment Solutions, Training, HR Consultancy and Expatriate Mobility that operates extensively in Africa, EMEA, America, and Europe.

We have been industry leaders since 1989. Our dynamic team of recruitment and labour professionals has serviced hundreds of clients and placed thousands of candidates in various industries across the globe. We have gained invaluable insight and experience into global market trends and human resource workings.

We have specialized divisions that enhance our ability to service all clients in the following industries:

- FMGC

- Finance, Banking and Insurance

- Manufacturing and Processing

- Oil and Gas, Mining, Engineering and Construction

- Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Care

- Logistics and Supply Chain

- Information Technology, Media and Telecommunications

- Waste Management and Sanitation Services

- Renewable and Alternative Energy

- Retail and Commercial Property

- Agriculture and Production

- Government and Public Services

- Call Centre and Customer Support Services

Today, Boardroom Appointments has a global candidate database and network, servicing clients around the world with all their Human Capital needs.

This experience allows clients to rely on us FULLY for all their talent needs, both permanent and temporary, while they focus on their core business.

We custom design solutions to perfectly fit our client's recruitment needs and form long-lasting relationships based on quality service and flawlessly fulfilled deliverables.

Our team is comprised of passionate and driven individuals who strive to maintain the best and most professional service to our clients.

We are focused, passionate, and we love what we do.

Industry
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Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Bedfordview, ZA
Year Founded
1989
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