Position Profile - Buyer
Job Summary
The role of buyer is responsible for efficiently sourcing and procuring raw materials required for manufacturing operations, ensuring the timely availability of materials at the right quality, quantity, cost and delivery schedule, while maintaining effective supplier relationships and compliance with company procurement policies.

Main Accountabilities 

Procurement Planning & Material Availability

•    Develop and execute purchasing plans to ensure the continuous availability of raw materials and                 packaging components required for 24-hour manufacturing operations.
•    Analyse demand forecasts, production schedules, inventory levels and historical usage data to                     determine optimal purchasing quantities and timing.
•    Monitor inventory levels and proactively manage replenishment activities to prevent stockouts while         minimizing excess inventory.
•    Track open purchase orders and expedite deliveries when necessary to support production                          requirements.

Supplier Management & Performance

•    Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best value in terms of cost, quality,                 service and delivery performance.
•    Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance through established Key             Performance Indicators (KPIs).
•    Identify and evaluate alternative suppliers to support supply continuity and optimize procurement             outcomes.

Strategic Sourcing, Market Analysis & Cost Management

•    Conduct market research and cost analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings, process                        improvements and supplier optimization.
•    Track, monitor and analyse market trends and pricing movements for raw materials, packaging                    materials and relevant commodities to identify purchasing opportunities and determine optimal                  procurement timing.
•    Support purchasing strategies that maximize value and minimize cost exposure.

Supply Chain Management Risk

•    Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including material shortages, supplier disruptions, extended           lead times and market fluctuations.
•    Proactively communicate potential supply risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies to         minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.
•    Performs all necessary due diligence checks for all raw material and supplier onboarding.Inventory

Management & Reporting 
•    Participate in inventory management initiatives, including cycle counts, inventory reconciliation and            inventory optimization projects.
•    Generate and analyse procurement reports including but not limited to spend, supplier performance,          inventory trends and forecasting accuracy.
•    Use procurement and inventory data to support informed purchasing decisions and continuous                  improvement initiatives.

Cross- Functional Coordination
•    Collaborate closely with Production, Planning, Quality Assurance, Research and Development,                     Warehouse, Graphics, Marketing, Engineering and Finance teams to align procurement activities with         operational requirements.
•    Coordinate with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure materials are available in accordance with              production schedules and inventory requirements.

Purchase Orders, ERP & Records Management
•    Prepare and issue purchase orders while ensuring compliance with company procurement policies and       procedures.
•    Ensure accurate and timely entries and updates within the ERP procurement modules.
•    Maintain accurate purchasing records and monitor procurement transactions to support effective                purchasing controls.
•    Maintain accurate records and filing on departmental drive (cloud storage).

Requirements
•    Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics,               Operations Management, or a related field.
•    Minimum of 3 years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably within a manufacturing,                food, beverage, or FMCG environment.
•    Strong understanding of supply chain planning, inventory management, forecasting, and procurement        best practices.
•    Experience working with ERP, MRP, or inventory management systems.
•    Proven track record of supplier negotiation and contract management.
•    Experience managing multiple suppliers and a diverse portfolio of raw materials.

Please be advised that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.