Buyer (Direct Materials)

Location: Port Elizabeth 

Work Arrangement: Onsite

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Purchasing & Sourcing Support: Support Category Buyers in executing sourcing activities such as RFQs, data collection, and supplier comparisons. Assign pricing and sourcing information for Interco supplied materials according to sourcing matrices. Assist with contract administration including documentation, pricing updates, and expiry tracking. Conduct basic spend analysis and reporting under guidance. 
• Supplier Coordination: Act as the daily point of contact for Interco supply matters including pricing and lead-time inquiries. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve delivery, quality, or invoice queries. Maintain accurate supplier records within procurement systems. 
• Process, Governance & Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply strictly with procurement policies and Delegation of Authority (DoA) guidelines. Maintain accurate purchasing and sourcing data in systems such as SAP and Coupa. Keep documentation complete, traceable, and audit ready. 
• Learning & Development: Build knowledge of category management, sourcing processes, and procurement best practices. Participate in training, coaching, and development activities provided by the procurement organization. Continuously improve commercial awareness, supplier interaction, and system proficiency. 
• Stakeholder Support: Respond promptly and professionally to routine procurement queries from internal stakeholders. Escalate commercial, supply, or compliance risks to Category Buyers or the Strategic Sourcing Manager as needed. Develop strong working relationships with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams regionally. 
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves:

• Diploma in Business, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
• Experience using ERP and procurement systems (SAP essential, Coupa desirable).
• Experience in procurement, buying or supply chain within manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments.
• Understanding of procurement processes, sourcing activities and purchase-to-pay (P2P) workflows within SAP. 

Nice-to-haves: 

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a regional or multinational organisation.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. 

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. 

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits 

• Competitive pay.
• Career development and learning support. 
• Access to global inclusion networks. 
• Regional and team-specific benefits. 
• Sharebuilder scheme. 
• Wellness support for you and your family. 
• Collaboration with global teams. 
• Study support.

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