Buyer

Tiger Brands; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company is seeking a Buyer to manage purchasing of materials and supplies. Responsibilities include negotiating with suppliers, ensuring stock availability, and maintaining procurement records. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in a procurement role and a strong FMCG background. A minimum CIPS level 4 qualification is essential. This role is based in Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years' experience in a buying/procurement environment.
• FMCG background experience preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate deals with suppliers and research item selections.
• Ensure timely delivery and availability of spares to minimize downtime.
• Develop proactive relationships with OEMs and 3rd party suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Inventory management

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

CIPS level 4

Matric / Grade Year diploma in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Procurement

Degree / Diploma in relevant field

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doingA buyer is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies or equipment for a business.

Duties include negotiating deals with suppliers, researching possible item selections and taking inventory of current products.What You Will DoAchieve repair and maintenance costs by ensuring competitive buying from suppliers ( comply with Central Procurement sourcing procedure) - Ensure timeous delivery and availability of spares / stock to minimize the impact of downtime or stock shortagesDrive quarterly meetings with suppliersDrive SLA discussions with key suppliersRun departmental expenditure reports weekly and monthlyEnsure emergency breakdown purchase orders are created within 48hrsObtain competitive pricing for consumables ( minimum of 3 quotations)Reduce spares holding (by 5% ) by implementing supplier onsite stock consignment ( pay as and when you consume the spares)Source and purchase technical spares and consumables at lowest cost to company.Responsible for investigating and implementing savingsExpediting & liaising with relevant staff regarding lead times, substitutesResponsible for reporting on function and maintenance of dataDrawing up of Schedule Agreements / Service Level Agreements - Maintain accurate records of all purchases - Develop proactive relationships with OEM's and 3rd party suppliers.

Key attributes and competencies

• Ensure the security of stock
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good communication & service orientated skills
• Planning skills with a high degree of control to complete items quickly and efficiently
• Ability to think strategically
• Leadership Managing change; influencing others; leading with integrity and respect; owning it; embracing diversity

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• A minimum of CIPS level 4
• A minimum of four years' experience working within a buying / procurement environment for capex and MRO spares and services
• FMCG background experience preferred
• Matric / Grade Year diploma or higher in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Procurement
• A degree / Diploma in the relevant field would be an advantage

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.