Strategic Buyer: Supply Chain & Cost Optimization

Pedros Chicken; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedro's Chicken is seeking a seasoned Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. You will source and procure food products, packaging, and operational goods, negotiate terms and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency and reliable supply.

You will work with Operations, Finance and Quality teams to optimize spend, monitor supplier performance and support new product launches as we scale the restaurant network.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Business Management, Logistics or a related field.
• 3–5 years' experience in procurement, buying or strategic sourcing.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiations, contract management and commercial agreements.
• Experience procuring food products, packaging, commodities or operational goods.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Experience using ERP systems and procurement technologies.
• Strong analytical skills, including cost modelling, spend analysis and advanced Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure food products, packaging, commodities, equipment, consumables and other operational requirements.
• Manage RFQs, tenders, supplier evaluations and onboarding processes.
• Negotiate competitive pricing, rebates, payment terms and supplier agreements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement effective sourcing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and strategic supply partners.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs and service level agreements.
• Manage supplier contracts, renewals and commercial agreements.
• Identify alternative suppliers to reduce supply risks and ensure business continuity.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Negotiation

Excel

ERP systems

Cost analysis

Education

Degree or Diploma in Procurement/SCM/Commerce/Business/Logistics

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement software

Job description

Pedro's Chicken is seeking a seasoned Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. You will source and procure food products, packaging, and operational goods, negotiate terms and manage supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency and reliable supply.

You will work with Operations, Finance and Quality teams to optimize spend, monitor supplier performance and support new product launches as we scale the restaurant network.