Reference: CPT -Meg-1 Do you have excellent negotiation and communication skills managing the buying portfolio successfully in a manufacturing concern?Great opportunity to join our client in his signage and metal business based in Germiston. The position requires a very well organised individual who will be dedicated to their tasks ensuring the success of the company! Duties & Responsibilities REQUIREMENTS Matric plus two years’ experience Experience with buying within a manufacturing concern or print/signage company Strong analytical and negotiation skills Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with procurement software Excellent communication and customer service skills Technically minded and passionate about his industry Highly organised, able to work under pressure and results driven DUTIES Researching and identifying reliable suppliers for signage materials and components Negotiating favourable terms and pricing agreements with vendors Collaborating with the design and production teams to understand technical requirements Tracking inventory levels and maintaining accurate procurement records Assisting in the development of procurement strategies to optimize cost-efficiency without compromising quality Building relationships with suppliers and negotiating with them for the best pricing Processing requisitions and updating management on the status of orders Updating inventory and ensuring that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels Arranging transport of goods and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery Coordinating with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required Assessing quality of stock received and escalating any discrepancies to suppliers and management Ability to travel Assisting Project Managers with technical advice Communicating time delays on stock with factory manager Sourcing new suppliers Attending to ADHOC projects as and when requested by Management or as required by operational procedures Adhering to high ethical and professional standards Ensuring compliance with the company’s policies and procedures Ensuring workspace is kept neat Salary: Dependent on experience #J-18808-Ljbffr