FMCG Procurement Specialist for Cost Savings & Suppliers

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Cost optimization impact

Reputable employer

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled and proactive Procurement Specialist to manage the acquisition of raw materials and finished goods for FMCG operations in Sandton. The role focuses on supplier management, negotiation, and contract administration to maintain competitive input costs and production efficiency.

You will work with a leading FMCG player in Gauteng, ensuring timely deliveries, quality compliance, and cost optimization while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain dynamics and commodity markets.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers, ensuring quality and ethical standards.
• Negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor market trends and commodity prices to inform procurement strategies.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and manage inventory levels with the supply chain team.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of suppliers and address issues proactively.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Procurement

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled and proactive Procurement Specialist to manage the acquisition of raw materials and finished goods for FMCG operations in Sandton. The role focuses on supplier management, negotiation, and contract administration to maintain competitive input costs and production efficiency.

You will work with a leading FMCG player in Gauteng, ensuring timely deliveries, quality compliance, and cost optimization while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business