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Buyer, Business Jobs in Durban, South Africa at Pedros
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Carry out all the activities necessary to purchase goods in compliance with given cost/time/quality requirements and in line with Company policies and standards.
Support the vendors during the preparation of the technical/commercial proposals from NPD with the obligation of confidentiality about the related product.
Negotiate and solve problems effectively.
Add value, reduce costs, and input to business improvements.
Build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Forecast and maintain good coverage on stock across all DC’s.
Be directly involved in sourcing, supply, and pricing.
Maintain databases such as NDA’s, SANHA, Allergen, and Product Specs.
Ensure projects, reports, and allocations are closed off timeously.
Break down and analyze complaints and find innovative solutions.
Ensure supplier splits are adhered to.
Fast track claims.
Make decisions with attention to detail.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have 3 years of experience in a procurement role (chilled FMCG highly advantageous).
Degree or Diploma (compulsory).
Tertiary qualification in Purchasing or Supply Chain advantageous.
Proficiency in MS Office – must have strong Excel skills.
Experience with Purchasing, Procurement, Buying, or Expediting.
Experience in a production manufacturing environment advantageous.
Experience with ERP and MRP.
Understanding of popular products in the industry.
Excellent interpersonal and social skills.
Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
Analytical, numerically astute with strong demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
Able to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and achieve set targets.
Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations.
Commercial and financial awareness.
Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
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Title: Buyer, Business
Company: Pedros
Location: Durban, South Africa
Category: Business (Business Development)
