Junior Buyer
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Kempton Park, 1618, South Africa
Listed on 2026-07-01
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position Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Kempton Park
Junior Buyer (6-Month Contract) Remote
Kempton Park
Purpose of the Role
The Junior Buyer is responsible for supporting the procurement, sourcing, category management, supplier coordination, and product lifecycle activities across food, beverage, and retail product categories. The role assists in ensuring product availability, profitability, compliance, and operational efficiency while contributing to the achievement of sales, margin, and customer satisfaction objectives.
The incumbent will work closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, logistics teams, and category managers to support buying activities, product launches, stock management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Procurement & Buying Support
- Assist in executing category buying strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Source products and suppliers in accordance with approved procurement processes.
- Support supplier negotiations relating to pricing, delivery schedules, promotional opportunities, and trading terms.
- Assist in maintaining an effective product portfolio that meets customer requirements and commercial targets.
- Process purchase orders and monitor supplier performance against agreed standards.
- Ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock and inventory risks.
- Support the implementation of category plans and product range reviews.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers.
- Communicate supplier requirements and expectations clearly and professionally.
- Monitor supplier performance relating to pricing, quality, delivery, and service levels.
- Assist in resolving supplier-related issues and escalating concerns where necessary.
- Ensure supplier information and agreements are accurately maintained.
- Conduct market research to identify trends, new products, and competitive opportunities.
- Support the development and maintenance of product ranges within assigned categories.
- Assist with new product introductions and product discontinuations.
- Contribute to category reviews by gathering and analyzing sales and performance data.
- Ensure product information and specifications are accurately maintained.
- Monitor sales performance, stock movement, margins, and profitability.
- Prepare reports and analysis to support buying decisions.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for cost savings, margin improvement, and operational efficiencies.
- Support forecasting and demand planning activities.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records.
- Liaise with warehouse, logistics, and operations teams to ensure product availability.
- Monitor stock levels and assist in managing replenishment activities.
- Support inventory control processes to minimize stock shortages and overstock situations.
- Assist with demand forecasting and purchasing plans.
- Monitor supplier lead times and delivery performance.
- Ensure all products comply with applicable food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Support product documentation and compliance record management.
- Work closely with quality and technical teams to address product-related issues.
- Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, logistics, marketing, quality assurance, and warehouse teams.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to achieving departmental objectives.
- Support business initiatives, projects, and product launches.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes and efficiencies.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the buying function.
- Support the implementation of new systems, procedures, and best practices.
- Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures.
- Degree, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Management, Retail Management, Commerce, or a related field.
- Food Safety certification advantageous.
- Additional procurement or purchasing-related training will be beneficial.
- Minimum 1–3 years' experience in a Buying, Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Category Administration role.
- Experience working with suppliers and procurement processes.
- Exposure to inventory management and purchasing systems.
- Experience with in retail, FMCG, food, beverage, hospitality, travel retail, or related industries advantageous.
- Continuous improvement experience beneficial.
- Knowledge of procurement and buying principles.
- Understanding of supplier management processes.
- Basic commercial and financial acumen.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Ability to interpret supplier agreements and commercial terms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
- Experience using ERP,…
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