ASSISTANT BUYER – BOLUX GROUP (PTY) LTD

Bolux Group requires the services of a qualified, experienced

ASSISTANT BUYER

Reporting to the Technical Buyer, you shall have the responsibility to support manufacturing and production operations by providing purchasing and inventory support throughout the plant to ensure that the company operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery and to ensure continuity of supply.

Your principal responsibilities shall include the following:

• Perform regular Warehouse audits to verify stock levels and reconcile with the levels on the system.
• Ensure timely stock replenishment for all departments.
• Assist with ordering materials, consumables, supplies and/or equipment.
• Follow up purchases, shipments and related matters and maintain relevant records.
• Advise staff on appropriate and conforming items to be purchased.
• Inspect received products to ensure compliance to specifications, quality and quantity.
• Participate in monthly stock taking and note and analyze variances for reporting purposes.
• Adhere to Company policies, processes and procedures.
• Ensure set system standards are maintained and practiced with respect to Occupational Health and Safety, Food safety, KAIZEN and Quality Management.
• Safe guard the Company against fraudulent behaviour and report such behavior.
• Ensure accuracy in the procurement process of goods and supplies to avoid unsafe practices.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate must have a Diploma in Supply Chain Management or equivalent relevant qualification. Must have knowledge of ACCPAC accounting system, with a minimum of three (3) years work experience. Competency in Microsoft application; Excel and Outlook and knowledge on SAGE will be an added advantage.

The ideal candidate must also have:

• Integrity and honesty.
• Ability to pay attention to details.
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Analytical skills.