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Dananda Talent

Purchaser/Buyer

Dananda Talent

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Intermediate position
  • Kempton Park
  • Posted 23 Jul 2026 by Dananda Talent
  • Expires in 28 days
  • Job 2642905 - Ref JHB000868

About the position

We are actively looking for a talented, vibrant, highly motivated and disciplined Purchaser. The successful candidate will serve as a brand ambassador while ensuring accurate and efficient procurement processes that support the company’s operations and strengthen supplier relationships.
JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Post matric qualification in supply chain management or business administration or financial management
  • 2-3 years of experience in direct purchasing, material requirements planning (MRP)
  • Good understanding of procurement and supply chain processes
  • Proficiency in SAP and ERP
  • Strong analytical and reporting capabilities
  • Must be organized and able to work under pressure
  • Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Effective supplier relationship management and conflict resolution.
  • Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for crossfunctional collaboration

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Purchase goods or components in line with specified costs, quality and delivery targets.
  • Placing of purchase orders and follow up on outstanding orders on daily basis to ensure continuous supply of required goods.
  • Maintain clear communication with all relevant parties: suppliers, goods receiving department, sales, clearing agencies, purchasing and finance department.
  • Adhere and comply to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures
  • Accurate record keeping for all cost saving going forward (3% savings)
  • Negotiate prices and terms of business with suppliers
  • Assess and evaluate suppliers for performance and contract compliance.
  • Ensure that goods receipt or booking in of stock is done accurately and in time.
  • All goods receipted must balance back to the invoice or costing.
  • Supplier invoices and shipments file to be handed to finance for payment
  • Resolve supplier queries within the required timeframe.
  • Responsible for the service degree – 95.5%
  • Article maintenance to be done regularly.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

  • Basic salary
  • Medical aid
  • Provident fund

50% Maternity benefit

Desired Skills:

  • SAP
  • MRP
  • ERP

Dananda Talent

About the agency

Who We Are Dananda Talent provides an agile talent management solution to our professionally qualified students at the Regenesys Business School, for new graduates, senior managers and the executive market. The purpose behind Dananda Talent – formed in 2007 – is to build a life-long relationship with our students as we pursue our common purpose of making our world a better place through leadership development Danada has grown into a respected, independent recruitment provider, advising international and local companies, offering exceptional insights and services across multiple markets and industries. Its success is based on understanding trends, using strong networks, and working with a database of over 190 000 alumni. Dananda Talent is a holistic human capital and strategic business partner focused on supporting our clients and candidates to achieve their professional, personal and financial aspirations. We do this by connecting the right people to the right opportunity, where together they can co create, collaborate and connect for future success. Our team of talent consultants is able to leverage their cumulative capabilities and experience to produce a unique value proposition designed to meet the needs of our Clients through customised, agile sourcing solutions, working with blue chip cli-ents and well respected global industry leaders. What we do • Senior Management and Executive Recruitment • Permanent Recruitment • Temporary Employment Services (TES) • Industry and Talent Mapping • Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) • Response Handling Process Services • Contract Recruitment The Dananda approach • We adopt a customized, agile and adaptable approach to each and every recruitment assignment we undertake. Each assignment is expertly managed individually, so that we can deliver candidates who match specific requirements. • We use the best search methodologies to find the best candidates within a significantly shorter timeline. We have a large candidate database and also proactively approach passive candidates for each role, giving clients the best of both our Search and Contingent Recruitment capabilities. • We continuously build active relationships with sought-after and skilled individuals to ensure that we are able to access the best talent quickly. We keep track of these individuals as they grow and progress through their career. • We constantly build our networks, tapping into new developments and trends in the market and advise you about what’s happening in your industry. What makes us different Dananda strives to stay ahead of the market in areas where our clients have great talent needs especially in scarce skills. By operating locally, in Africa and internationally, Dananda has access to the latest trends which enables both us and our clients to stay ahead of the curve. Our team of talented Sourcing and Recruitment Specialists who adopt international world class Boolean sourcing techniques, ensures that no stone remains unturned in finding the best candidate. • We enjoy what we do • We are passionate about people development • We have fun while developing meaningful connections with people who entrust us with their future • We unlock potential into execution when our build and contribute to the success of the organisations and communities we place them in.

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