Technical Buyer

A leading international supplier to the mining and oil and gas industries is looking for a self-sufficient Technical Buyer with strong experience in local and international procurement to join their high-pressure team in Table View . This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute professional to drive supply chain efficiency by sourcing technical components, negotiating with global vendors, and managing complex logistics across East and Central Africa. The ideal candidate will be a lateral thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of functioning independently and hitting the ground running in a fast-paced environment. If you have a proven track record in technical procurement and can perform under pressure, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: Identifying and qualifying new suppliers both within South Africa and internationally to meet specific commodity needs for the mining and oil and gas sectors. Finalizing prices, terms, and supply agreements; negotiating rebates and discounts to ensure cost-efficiency and improved margins. Managing the full purchasing cycle from sourcing to delivery, ensuring all materials and equipment align with production schedules. Managing international shipments, tracking global cargo, and coordinating with freight forwarders to prevent stock shortages and delivery delays. Validating import and export documentation, verifying duty amounts and freight invoices, and ensuring compliance with trade requirements like Euro 1 certificates. Verifying the accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs), part numbers, and MRP data to maintain high levels of precision in technical orders. Maintaining strong relationships with international clients and suppliers, providing regular status updates, and resolving any supply chain obstacles proactively. Liaising extensively with clients for relationship management and assisting with the bidding process for tenders when required. Researching and implementing improved purchasing methods to eliminate unnecessary expenditure and streamline operational efficiency. Requirements: Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related technical field. Proven experience in technical procurement, specifically within the mining or oil and gas industries. Strong understanding of international sourcing, import/export logistics, and global costing. Ability to autonomously source new vendors and negotiate complex supply agreements and rebates. Advanced numeracy and analytical skills with a high degree of professional integrity. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and familiarity with AI tools. Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on adrienne.steyn@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: logistics@hireresolve.za.com We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.