About the position
A well-established packaging distribution company specialising in the distribution of corrugated, flexible, and labelling products require a Junior Buyer to be responsible for the local procurement of packaging materials, including paper, plastic, and related products working closely with the external sales team to ensure accurate, cost-effective, and timely procurement aligned with customer requirements.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- A Matric / Grade 12 is essential for this role.
- A tertiary qualification is preferred but not essential.
- Previous experience having worked in a Junior Buyer or related procurement role within the packaging, manufacturing, distribution or related industries is preferred for the role.
- Proficiency in MS Office (particularly Excel).
- The successful candidate must have good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Previous experience working with sales teams will be advantageous.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Handling all local procurement of packaging materials, including paper, plastic, and related products working closely with the external sales team to ensure accurate, cost-effective, and timely procurement aligned with customer requirements.
- Buying, ordering, planning and handling stock replenishment in line with MRP requirements.
- Working closely with the sales team to ensure that customer sales forecasts are projected correctly.
- Sourcing and procuring paper, plastic, and related packaging products from local suppliers.
- Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with local suppliers.
- Issuing and managing purchase orders.
- Following up on outstanding orders to ensure on-time delivery.
- Maintaining accurate procurement records and documentation.
Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.
Desired Skills:
- Buyer
- Junior Buyer
- Packaging Distribution
