Buyer - Clothing Manufacturing

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The incumbent will be responsible for the timeous placement of purchase orders and delivery of fabrics/trims to ensure customer order requirements are met.
This includes the task of maintaining stock levels within the company's approved guidelines.
RESPONSIBILITIES: •Purchase fabric for inventory as well as non-stock items for internal departments or customer orders •Manage stock returns •Review purchase orders (PO's) and fax/EDI to suppliers •Follow up on purchases and confirm expected shipping dates; update the system •Problem solve and resolve errors/ issues on PO's as required •Perform quality checks on delivered stock/ non-stock items and address problems with suppliers •Investigate and determine causes (what/how/why) for incorrect fabric deliveries/ damaged goods •Review open PO's not printed •File PO's •Manage and oversee company vehicles and driving staff •Assist with stock take counts (monthly, bi-annually and annually) •Compile and review stock reports and expedite open orders •Monitor price increases and communicate to all relevant departments •Liaise/ negotiate with suppliers •Assist with other warehousing/ buyer/ stock take duties REQUIREMENTS: •1 to 3 years previous experience in administration •Grade 12 or equivalent knowledge and skills •Strong numerical skills (able to do calculations, reconciliations, costings and estimations) •Further training/ qualification in finance/ accounting or bookkeeping an advantage •Basic understanding of accounting (stock control, journals and purchase orders) •Computer skills (purchase orders, MS Office) •Good communication skills •Able to negotiation with suppliers •Able to check and control delivered stock (quality, quantity, features) Those interested should submit their CV's to: or phone 021 872 0300 for more information