Group Buyer – Food Processing and Packaging

Ntice Search Solutions; KwaZulu-Natal; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company is seeking a Group Buyer to manage purchasing and oversee inventory across multiple locations. This role will start as remote with travel and eventually transition to Darnall in KZN North Coast, with relocation assistance provided. Ideal candidates will have experience in purchasing and knowledge of food safety standards.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing materials in food processing or related industry.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing of food-safe products, chemicals, and packaging.
• Oversee inventory across multiple locations.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure best prices.

Job description

A leading food processing company is seeking a Group Buyer to join their team! In this role, you will be responsible for managing the purchasing of materials (such as food-safe products, chemicals, and packaging) and overseeing inventory across multiple locations. You’ll also negotiate with suppliers to secure the best prices and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

This position will start off as a remote role with travel between locations, including KZN, Mpumalanga, and beyond. In 2028, the role will transition to Darnall in KZN North Coast or the surrounding areas. Relocation assistance will be provided.