Project Buyer

Volkswagen Group

Projects Buyer managing local content requirements for new model launches at Volkswagen Group Africa. Ensuring project completion aligns with company objectives and standards.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeKariega • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Purchasing and Project Management within the automotive industry, with strong analytical and communication skills to effectively manage stakeholders and present project status. Proficient in utilizing Purchasing systems and interpreting technical data to drive project success.

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Purchasing ExperienceProject Management SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsGerman Language Proficiency

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Hard Skills

PurchasingProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsTechnical Data InterpretationConflict Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationPresentation SkillsStakeholder ManagementDecision MakingAbility to Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

TEVONPROMONAVONKVSBEONMS Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Degree in PurchasingDegree in LogisticsDegree in Project ManagementDegree in Mechanical EngineeringDegree in CommerceDegree in Business Management

Industry Keywords

Automotive IndustryPoliciesProceduresLegal Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Purchasing in Fachgruppen and cross-functional project teams.
Track and manage critical and non-critical parts against project milestones.
Maintain Purchasing systems (e.g. TEVON, PROMON, AVON).
Raise and manage Problem Sheets, AEKO’s and Programme Points.
Coordinate Commitment Meetings and track agreed part timings.
Compile and present project status and launch reports.
Escalate risks impacting build milestones.
Interface with Suppliers, Engineering, Logistics, Production and Quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or Diploma in Purchasing, Logistics, Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Commerce or Business Management.
Minimum 3 years’ Purchasing experience in the automotive industry.
Business management & Project management skills
Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills
Ability to interpret technical data
Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures and legal requirements
Ability to analyses facts/situations and make decisions
Stakeholder and conflict management
High computer literacy (MS Office)
Have sound understanding of VWSA Systems i.e. PROMON, KVS, TEVON, AVON, BEON
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
German language proficiency (advantageous)

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