Buyer Assistant

SUMMARY:
JOYA BRANDS is looking for a dynamic, and ambitious individual to join the Procurement Department. 
 
Location: Atlantis – Western Cape   
Reporting to: Procurement Manager  

Requirements of the Role:
Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Loading POs, managing delivery of the right product, right quality, right price, right quantity and right place. 

• Manage inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of materials. 

• Ensure supplier pricelists are well maintained and accurate pricing updated on POs. 

• Make certain of PO prices and invoice accuracy.  

• Support the Procurement Manager to negotiate improved terms and pricing with suppliers. 

• Assist the Procurement Manager to manage and build strong supplier relationships. 

• Assist the Procurement Manager with identifying and sourcing new products and potential suppliers. 

• Communicate weekly data reports to suppliers and internal stakeholders. 

• Collaborate with production planning team to meet sales forecast.  

• Support the Procurement Manager with market research on latest industry trends. 

• Support the business (Operations, Marketing and Sales team) in delivering a world class customer experience. 

• Support the Procurement Manager in daily tasks and updates. 

• Grade 12 

• Degree or Higher Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Logistics  

• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in the Procurement.  

• Strong Analytical and critical thinking skills  

• Excellent organisational skills 

• Proactive and able to work efficiently and independently. 

• Strong data comprehension to inform decisions, identify root cause and resolve problems. 

• Comfortable with change and an excellent team player  

• Strong communication skills  

• Attention to detail and ability to multitask. 

• Strong relationship management  

• Experience working on SYSPRO/Evolution/SAP ERP systems. 

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