Buyer

Job Reference Number: Buyer_Logistics Department: Logistics Business Unit: Industry: Aviation Job Type: Permanent Positions Available: 1 Salary: Market Related Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Buyer based at our Head Office. The successful applicant will report to the Contracts and Procurement Manager. Job Description Purchase aircraft components and business related requirements locally and internationally; Expedite repairs and service exchange cycles of various parts; Raise requests for quotes and compare best price/s, availability and delivery; Place purchase orders with QA approved vendors and follow up as necessary to confirm that all expedited requests and delivery dates are adhered to; Update procurement systems with relevant information in line with company policies and procedures; Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, support, history and service; Negotiate supplier price increases where required; Ensure that savings tracked and reported on monthly; Recommend supplier changes and suggestions when deemed appropriate; Evaluate invoice discrepancies and negotiate/resolve variances with suppliers; Expedite orders with suppliers to ensure speedy delivery of parts as per agreements; Monitor open requisitions and open orders on the ERP system and ensure timeously closure of these open requisitions and open orders if no longer required by the end user; Perform financial analysis on supplier spend for reporting purposes; Monitor and report any discrepancies between the contractual agreement and the actual outcomes; Identify and recommend appropriate vendors for future reference; Negotiate trade terms and discount structures with suppliers; Ensures that safety is treated with the highest priority; Assist with standby duties; Maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster meaningful interactions. Job Requirements Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential); Procurement Degree/Diploma or related qualification (Advantageous); 3–5 years' of purchasing experience in procurement (Essential); Experience with ERP system/s (Essential); Experience in aviation procurement (Advantageous); Willing to work overtime and standby; Knowledge and understanding of MS Office suite; Knowledge of procurement practices; Understanding of commercial shipping and identify possible supply chain disruptions; Commercial acumen; Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook); Experience with SAM AMO systems/Trax/Qlickview; Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure; Communication skills (written and verbal); Stress management skills; Problem-solving skills; Interpersonal skills; Good negotiation skills; Detail orientated; Telephone and email etiquette; Immaculate time keeping. Personal Attributes: Professional; High integrity; Able to work independently and in a team; Proactive; Learning orientated; Reliable; Immaculate time management; Deadline driven; Positive; System and process driven. Application Guideline: Email applications will not be accepted; Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups; Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful. FlySafair reserves the right: Not to proceed with this vacancy; To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements. Closing Date: 02 September 2026