Buyer

Overview

The Buyer is a strategic operational position that supports the successful delivery of complex ICT and data centre infrastructure projects. The role combines procurement expertise, supply chain coordination, commercial negotiation, and project collaboration within a high-growth, mission-critical technology/ICT and Security sector.

Responsibilities

• Procurement & Sourcing
  • Source suppliers for electrical, mechanical, ICT, security, and power infrastructure components
  • Obtain and evaluate quotations
  • Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms
  • Raise purchase orders and track procurement schedules
  • Build and maintain relationships with approved suppliers
  • Evaluate supplier performance on quality, cost, and reliability
  • Coordinate with vendors regarding logistics and delivery updates
  • Support supplier onboarding and compliance checks
• Project Coordination
  • Work closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, Commercial teams and Logistics teams
  • Ensure procurement aligns with Project milestones
• Cost Control
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and record them on the tracker
  • Reduce procurement risk through strategic sourcing
• Inventory & Logistics
  • Track materials movement to site locations and provide support to Logistics for the safe arrival of materials
  • Manage urgent or critical procurement requests
  • Mitigate risk caused by shortages or late deliveries
• Compliance & Documentation
  • Ensure adherence to Health & Safety standards, Sustainability incentives and policies, Procurement procedures, and Contractual obligations
  • Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting for ISO purposes

Technical Skills

• Procurement systems (ERP/MRP) Exact preferred
• Microsoft Excel, Word and Google Sheets experience
• Supply chain coordination

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Negotiation
• Problem-solving
• Time management

Industry Knowledge

• Strong understanding of Construction, ICT and Security procurement