TEXTILE BUYER
CMT ~ Textiles
Durban – KwaZulu Natal
TEXTILE BUYER – SHAKAS HEAD IND PARK UMHLALI
A dynamic garment manufacturing company specializing in baby clothes, boys’ trunks, and ladies’ underwear. We pride ourselves on quality, innovation, and a strong supply chain. We are seeking an experienced Textile Buyer to join our team and ensure the smooth procurement of all Bill of Materials (BOM) required for our production.
Role Overview:
The Textile Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of all raw materials, including fabrics, elastics, and other necessary components. This role requires a meticulous planner who can manage budgets, plan deliveries, and ensure a cohesive supply chain. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, experience in garment manufacturing (not limited to), and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Xero(teachable), and PLM systems(teachable).
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement: Purchase all BOM for the garment factory, including fabrics, elastics, and other materials.
Planning: Develop and manage procurement plans to ensure timely delivery of materials.
Budgeting: Prepare and manage budgets for all purchases, ensuring cost-effectiveness.
Supply Chain Management: Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure a smooth supply chain process.
Administrative Tasks: Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and inventory using Microsoft Excel, Xero, and PLM systems.
Collaboration: Work closely with the Technical Development Coordinator to meet development needs, work closely with the Planning Co- Ordinator and Warehouse manager to meet production requirements and timelines.
Quality Control: Ensure all purchased materials meet the required quality standards.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in textile buying, garment manufacturing, or a related field
Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Xero, and PLM systems.
Knowledge: In-depth understanding of textile materials, garment production processes, and supply chain management.
Abilities: Excellent planning, budgeting, and administrative skills. Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Communication: Strong communication skills with suppliersand internal teams
PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU MEEET THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS