Buyer II at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    

• An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Buyer II to maintain the supplier list and to prove the necessary back order reports on stock purchased weekly or whenever the need arises.
• A more experienced or intermediate-level position in the field of procurement or purchasing. Buyers at this level have more responsibilities and may handle more complex procurement processes.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Diploma in Purchasing will be an advantage
• Valid Drivers Licence and own reliable transport
• Computer literacy, preferably advanced excel
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multitask
• Be able to work unsupervised and meet set deadlines
• Ability to take direction and to issue reasonable instructions
• Good negotiation skills
• Meticulous
• Self-motivated and ambitious
• Professional 

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Ensure the most cost effective methods of acquiring goods necessary for the smooth functioning of Unitrans's business.
• Providing necessary back order reports on stock purchased weekly or whenever the need arises
• Maintain the Asset register for the company on a day-to-day basis
• Review purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness
• Capturing of all Purchase Orders into electronic system
• Seek new suppliers based on best price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support
• Review the preferred suppliers on a regular basis and seek better products/suppliers
• Following up on orders placed with suppliers
• Keeps track of all suppliers BEE ratings and scorecards
• Tracks market conditions and price trends
• Maintain the suppliers list
• Responsible for the receiving of all goods ordered
• Ensure all items received on time and are in the good condition
• Assist the Procurement Manager where necessary
• Assist in the Finance dept on day-to-day admin functions when and where necessary

Closing Date    

• 2025/10/21