Buyer and Parts Salesman
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
- 2-5 years’ experience in parts sales, procurement, in a motor
manufacturing industry environment.
- Strong knowledge of trailer parts, components and part
numbering systems.
- Experience with stock/inventory systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement / Buyer Tasks
- Source and negotiate with suppliers for trailer parts,
accessories, and consumables, ensuring competitive pricing and
terms.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders; monitor delivery schedules
to ensure timely receipt of stock.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and reorder points to avoid
stockouts or overstock situations.
- Analyse usage trends and forecast parts demand in
coordination with sales/service teams.
- Manage supplier performance, resolve delivery issues, and
reconcile discrepancies in invoices or quality.
- Maintain accurate procurement records in inventory systems.
- Must assist with receiving and checking of new deliveries.
Sales / Customer Service Tasks
- Serve walk-in and telephone customers, identifying required
parts and upselling as appropriate.
- Prepare quotations, process orders, issue invoices, and ensure
correct pricing and parts specification.
- Advise customers on technical part specifications and
compatibility.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships including trade
and retail accounts.
- Follow up on quotes and outstanding orders; ensure high levels
of customer satisfaction.
Inventory & Reporting
- Conduct regular stock counts and ensure accuracy of inventory
levels.
- Produce periodic reports on sales, procurement, stock
variances, slow/fast movers, and supplier performance
- Assist in resolving any issues/queries related to the above and
information required by management.
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Analytical mindset with good forecasting and planning ability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook).
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability.
Working Conditions:
- Office-based with factory site visits, depending on the project.
- Temporary position.
- Must be willing to work overtime.
- Must have own transport.