Remote FMCG Raw Materials Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 420.000 - 650.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Flexible working environment

Remote work option

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Procurement Specialist for its Upington, Northern Cape operations. You will source materials, negotiate with suppliers, and manage contracts to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

The role involves cross‑functional collaboration with Production and QA to optimise inventory and supply plans. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in procurement within FMCG/manufacturing, strong analytical abilities, and excellent communication.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, BA, or related field.
• 3+ years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Strong negotiation and contract management experience.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Source and procure raw materials, ingredients, and packaging.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard new suppliers for cost and reliability.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to cut costs.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance.
• Track market trends and supply chain dynamics for strategy.
• Maintain procurement records: POs, invoices, inventory.
• Collaborate with Production and QA to align needs.
• Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethics.
• Assist in demand forecasts and inventory management.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Herramientas

MS Office Suite

Excel

Procurement software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Procurement Specialist for its Upington, Northern Cape operations. You will source materials, negotiate with suppliers, and manage contracts to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

The role involves cross‑functional collaboration with Production and QA to optimise inventory and supply plans. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in procurement within FMCG/manufacturing, strong analytical abilities, and excellent communication.