Materials Buyer (FMCG or CPG environment)

 

Recruiter:

Merand Corbett & Associates

Job Ref:

CPT000509/LD

Date posted:

Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Location:

Strand, South Africa


SUMMARY:
Purchase goods, raw materials and/ or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.

POSITION INFO:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Reporting to Procurement Manager
  • Planning, preparing and placing orders for equipment, services, and supplies to meet the company’s scheduled production dates and to ensure material arrives within the required specified timelines.
  • Daily monitoring and expediting of orders and
  • Keeping the factory updated and informed regarding order delays
  • Reviewing material requirements on a weekly and monthly basis
  • Liaising with the Manufacturing Manager to ensure flawless production flow
  • Ordering the best product or service within the cost parameters and at the best price after reviewing and analyzing all options
  • Managing inventory levels to ensure working capital is managed
  • General and adhoc assistance to the Procurement Manager where required

                                                                        

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCED REQUIRED:

  • Grade 12
  • Tertiary Certificate or Diploma in Purchasing
  • Previous MRP (Syspro) experience will be advantageous
  • 3-5 Years production buying experience, preferably in FMCG or CPG environment
  • 3-5 Years knowledge and understanding of stock control processes and practices
  • Excellent planning experience and skills
  • Good IT skills and excellent Excel skills


 

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