Strategic FMCG Procurement Manager – Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee the acquisition of raw materials and packaging for a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment. You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost optimization to ensure quality and continuity of supply.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, market understanding of commodities, and the ability to drive value across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• 6+ years of progressive procurement experience in FMCG.
• Experience sourcing raw materials and packaging.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of supplier relationship management and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of industry standards and procurement best practices.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with the Western Cape market and logistics advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust procurement strategies for raw materials and packaging to meet business needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and ethical standards.
• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and conduct regular reviews.
• Ensure a consistent and timely supply of raw materials and packaging to support production schedules.
• Analyze market trends and commodity prices to inform procurement decisions and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with R&D and Quality Assurance to ensure materials meet specifications.
• Develop and manage the procurement budget and ensure adherence to targets.
• Implement best practices in procurement and supply chain management.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Cost optimization

Market analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee the acquisition of raw materials and packaging for a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment. You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost optimization to ensure quality and continuity of supply.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, market understanding of commodities, and the ability to drive value across the supply chain.