Junior Buyer

• Vendor Management: Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and negotiate favourable terms and pricing.
• Purchase Orders: Prepare and issue purchase orders based on project requirements, specifications, and budget constraints.
• Price Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and discounts with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Material Requisition: Collaborate with project managers and engineers to understand project requirements and generate material requisitions.
• Supplier Evaluation: Evaluate supplier performance based on criteria such as quality, delivery time, and adherence to contractual agreements.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, track deliveries, and coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize stockouts.
• Contract Compliance: Ensure compliance with contract terms, specifications, and applicable regulations in all procurement activities.
• Cost Analysis: Analyse costs and expenditures related to procurement activities to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and correspondence with suppliers.

• Experience: Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, preferably in the construction or civil engineering industry, is beneficial. Experience as a purchasing assistant or procurement intern can be valuable for a junior role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Build Smart Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting, is essential. Familiarity with procurement software or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for analysing supplier proposals, conducting cost comparisons, and evaluating bids.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are important for liaising with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and team members.
• Negotiation Skills: The ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers to secure favourable pricing, terms, and conditions is essential.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills are required to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail is important when reviewing contracts, specifications, and purchase orders to ensure accuracy and compliance

People Dimension