Buyer at Helderberg Personnel

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to supplier, retail, and customer queries; resolve stock-related complaints
• Evaluate suppliers, negotiate deals, and manage purchase planning based on sales trends, specials, and cashflow
• Manage orders, deliveries, backorders, out-of-stock situations, and customer-specific requests
• Liaise with finance on account payments and supplier credit limits
• Implement pricing strategies, promotions, and manage price changes
• Maintain accurate stock levels, identify overstock or shortages, and coordinate replenishment
• Drive process improvements, innovation, and change initiatives
• Keep accurate records, reports, and documentation for orders, stock, and pricing
• Support HR and training within the mini business unit; ensure SOPs are followed
• Assist with warehouse, stocktakes, and ad-hoc duties
• Uphold professional standards, effective communication, and personal accountability

Criteria

• Strong experience in procurement, stock management, and supplier relations
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills
• Strong negotiation and analytical abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to drive process improvement and manage change
• Team player with leadership and mentoring capability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Commitment to personal and professional excellence