FMCG Procurement Specialist – Hybrid/Remote

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a diligent Procurement Officer specializing in FMCG to manage sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and essential supplies. You will negotiate with suppliers, ensure supply continuity, and maintain product quality in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

The role offers a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration with remote flexibility, requiring strong analytical skills and proactive procurement strategy to support production demands in the Western Cape

Qualifications

• Experience as Procurement Officer or Buyer in FMCG.
• Knowledge of raw material sourcing and supply chain dynamics in food/beverage.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure FMCG raw materials, packaging, and operational supplies from reliable vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost efficiencies.
• Manage supplier relationships, ensuring quality standards and timely deliveries are met.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production planning to forecast supply needs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company procurement policies.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Negotiation

Supply chain

Procurement

FMCG knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

Inventory management systems

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a diligent Procurement Officer specializing in FMCG to manage sourcing of raw materials, packaging, and essential supplies. You will negotiate with suppliers, ensure supply continuity, and maintain product quality in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

The role offers a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration with remote flexibility, requiring strong analytical skills and proactive procurement strategy to support production demands in the Western Cape