Direct Material Buyer
Boardroom AppointmentsGqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Boardroom Appointments, founded in 1989, is a global talent solutions provider delivering recruitment, contract staffing, project staffing, temporary employment, training, HR consultancy, and expatriate mobility services across Africa, EMEA, the Americas, and Europe. Leveraging a deep industry focus that spans FMCG, finance, manufacturing, oil & gas, healthcare, logistics, IT, renewable energy, retail, agriculture, government, and call‑center services, the firm custom‑builds solutions that match each client’s unique talent needs. With a worldwide candidate database and a team of seasoned recruitment and HR professionals, Boardroom Appointments offers end‑to‑end services—from executive search and people analytics to payroll outsourcing and workforce management—ensuring seamless, high‑quality placements that let clients concentrate on their core business. Their distinctive value lies in a partnership model that blends industry expertise, data‑driven insights, and a culture of passion and professionalism to deliver flawless, long‑lasting results.
Job Description
The Direct Material Buyer will be responsible for purchasing operations, sourcing alternative suppliers, and ensuring accurate quality, quantity, and availability of products. They will also provide administrative support, ensure compliance with regulations, and control expenditure.
Requirements
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Certificate/ Diploma/ Degree in Purchasing, Logistics or related fields (NQF 5 / 6)
- Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite; SAP)
- Knowledge of SAP, ERP Systems and other job-specific software systems
- Up to 3 years as a Buyer or similar role in a Manufacturing environment