FMCG Procurement Specialist – Supplier & Cost Control

Astral Foods Ltd; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a skilled Purchasing Officer. This role involves verifying and placing orders with suppliers, maintaining paperwork, and ensuring cost-saving while upholding product quality. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a buying environment. Knowledge of ERP systems and MS Office is advantageous, along with a valid driver's license. Flexibility to work out of hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is essential; certification in Buying is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a buying environment required.
• Experience in FMCG/Food processing and manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify and place purchase orders with suppliers.
• Maintain paperwork flow and resolve supplier queries.
• Conduct ad-hoc tasks as required by management.

Skills

Order verification

Cost-saving strategies

Supplier relationship management

Problem resolution

Paperwork organization

Education

Grade 12

Certification in Buying

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

A leading food processing company in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a skilled Purchasing Officer. This role involves verifying and placing orders with suppliers, maintaining paperwork, and ensuring cost-saving while upholding product quality. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a buying environment. Knowledge of ERP systems and MS Office is advantageous, along with a valid driver's license. Flexibility to work out of hours is essential.