Buyer

Job Description:

This role involves:

• Monitoring stock levels and replenishment requirements daily
• Ensuring top-selling products remain consistently available
• Planning seasonal, promotional, and project-related stock requirements
• Creating and managing purchase orders through the ERP system
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favourable pricing and terms
• Sourcing and comparing quotations for non-standard and high-value purchases
• Following up on outstanding purchase orders and resolving supply issues
• Identifying and maximising discounts, rebates, and promotional opportunities
• Recommending clearance strategies, returns, or stock transfers
• Resolving supplier discrepancies, shortages, and pricing issues
• Supporting stock takes and variance investigations

• 3 years' buying experience within (building materials, hardware retail, construction products or Wholesale distribution)
• Strong ERP experience (IQ Retail advantageous)
• Advanced Excel and analytical abilities
• Excellent negotiation, planning, and supplier management skills
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on profitability and stock optimisation
• Product knowledge across hardware, timber, plumbing, and building materials will be highly beneficial

• B.Com Accounting (or similar)

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