Technical Buyer Salary in South Africa

The average monthly salary for a Technical Buyer in South Africa is R28 750. This procurement profession offers competitive compensation with salaries ranging from R20 000 to R198 800 monthly. With a 5% growth rate and medium market demand, this career path presents excellent opportunities for professionals seeking advancement in the procurement sector.

Technical Buyer Salary Breakdown

A Technical Buyer specializes in procuring complex technical goods, services, or components for an organization. This involves understanding detailed technical specifications, evaluating supplier capabilities, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that purchases meet quality standards and project requirements. They play a critical role in supporting engineering and production teams.

Salary Component	Amount (Monthly)
Minimum Salary	R20 000
Average Salary	R28 750
Maximum Salary	R198 800
Category	Procurement
Growth Rate	5%
Market Demand	Medium

Requirements & Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, IT) or Supply Chain Management with a strong technical aptitude.

Proven experience in procurement or purchasing, especially of technical goods.

Strong understanding of technical specifications and industry standards.

Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills.

Ability to read technical drawings and specifications.

Analytical skills for cost analysis and supplier evaluation.

Good communication skills for liaising with engineers, suppliers, and project teams.

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