Job Title: Buyer
Division: Weir Minerals
Location: Alrode
Purpose of Role:
The Buyer fulfils a critical role within the Weir Minerals South Africa within the direct procurement Department for the procuring of materials to support the business.
Why choose Weir:
Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.
An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.
Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.
Key Responsibilities:
Purchase Order Management: Convert requisitions to purchase orders, manage order details, and ensure on-time delivery and documentation.
Exception Handling: Use SAP ERP to manage and resolve exception messages and update delivery information.
Supplier Communication: Collaborate with suppliers to address issues and communicate changes and requirements.
Supply Chain Support: Assist with initiatives to improve lead times, on-time delivery, and overall supply chain performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Support internal teams with supply chain activities, manage supplier relationships, and handle additional responsibilities as needed.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.
Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:
Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
National Diploma in Purchasing or equivalent.
SAP and COUPA literacy would be advantageous.
Minimum of 3-5 years buying experience in an Engineering and or Manufacturing environment.
Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.
For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
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