Senior Raw Materials & Commodities Purchasing Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead raw materials and commodity procurement to ensure a stable, cost-effective supply for production. This on-site, full-time role emphasizes supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and risk management within the food manufacturing sector.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in purchasing, strong knowledge of commodity markets, ERP systems (SAP), and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field with strong procurement experience.
• 6+ years in purchasing, focused on raw materials or commodities.
• Proven contract negotiation and supplier performance management.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage supply chains.
• Experience with commodity markets, hedging, and risk management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies for raw materials and commodities.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery with suppliers.
• Monitor markets, analyze trends, and forecast price movements.
• Ensure availability and quality of materials to meet production needs.
• Collaborate with QA and Production to maintain material standards.
• Manage inventory levels to minimize costs and prevent stock-outs.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Perform supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions.
• Stay compliant with food industry regulations and best practices.
• Oversee purchasing budget and ensure cost-effective procurement.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Agriculture, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead raw materials and commodity procurement to ensure a stable, cost-effective supply for production. This on-site, full-time role emphasizes supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and risk management within the food manufacturing sector.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in purchasing, strong knowledge of commodity markets, ERP systems (SAP), and proven leadership.