Senior Buyer - Pinetown
Stratogo
Our client a specialist in the Packaging Industry requires the services of a Senior Buyer to join their dynamic team Minimum Requirements Certificate in Procurement Management / Supply Chain Minimum 4 years in FMCG buying preferably in packaging. Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a Buying role Experience in the FMCG / Food Manufacturing industry Experienced in the procurement of raw and packaging materials Previous technical procurement experience is preferred Strong problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills Responsibilities: Review historical and competitive costs to identify cost savings opportunities and variances. Analyze category, service, material, and supplier costs to provide key decision information. Review financial goals and provide metrics to understand and report on initiatives and cost structure. Assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and costing Draft an appropriate service level agreement to properly evaluate the performance of suppliers, and report on this on a regular basis. Work with internal stakeholders (sales and production) to determine procurement needs, quality and delivery requirements. Responsible for order placement timing, supply / demand alignment, material replenishment and supplier performance Monitor, evaluate and improve supplier performance, according to an appropriate Service Level Agreement, on a continuous basis Control and monitor expenses against approved budgets Develop sourcing strategies Cost saving budgeting and targeting Set and plan how to achieve supplier accreditation and service level management Payment terms negotiation, optimization and management Maintain contracts with vendors Review inventory and update as required Receive orders from various departments Initiate and keep track of orders Reconcile or resolve order discrepancies with supplies. Monitor delivery times to ensure they are on time Maintain good relationships with suppliers and renegotiate prices on a regular basis Coordinate overseas orders. Ensure Accounts to be submitted for payment to vendors on time Administration and reporting
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