Procurement Officer / Buyer – Fmcg & Retail / Jhb

Rooftop Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is looking for a Procurement Manager for FMCG and retail goods in Johannesburg. The role involves managing procurement processes from sourcing to execution, developing supplier relationships, and analyzing market trends. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in procurement. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in procurement or buying within the FMCG or retail sector.
• Strong understanding of retail cycles and product lifecycles.
• Ability to manage multiple categories under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of FMCG and retail goods.
• Develop and maintain a reliable supplier base.
• Analyze sales data and trends to make informed buying decisions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or Retail Management

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Sage, Oracle)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement of FMCG and retail goods, from sourcing and negotiations to purchase order execution.
• Develop and maintain a reliable supplier base, ensuring competitive pricing, quality standards, and consistent supply.
• Work closely with merchandising and planning teams to forecast demand and align procurement with sales cycles and promotional calendars.
• Analyze sales data, trends, and seasonal factors to make informed buying decisions.
• Lead negotiations on cost, payment terms, MOQs, delivery timelines, and rebates.
• Monitor inventory levels across retail locations and adjust buying plans to optimize stock turns and reduce excess.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and support ethical sourcing practices.
• Continuously evaluate supplier performance and conduct regular reviews.
• Identify new product opportunities and introduce innovative or trending retail products.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery and smooth stock flow.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Retail Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3?5 years of proven experience in procurement or buying within the FMCG and / or retail sector.
• Strong negotiation, planning, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Proficient in ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Sage, Oracle, or similar).
• Sound understanding of retail cycles, customer behaviour, and product lifecycles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to interpret numbers and forecast trends.
• Ability to manage multiple categories and meet strict deadlines in a fast-moving environment.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Category buying expertise (e.g., food, household, personal care, etc.)
• Vendor and product sourcing (local and international)
• Retail stock flow and replenishment understanding
• Strategic procurement planning
• Strong commercial and business acumen