Procurement Officer

Description:

Procurement Officer Epping Cape Town Our manufacturing/production client in Epping is looking for a Procurement Officer 5 years of FMCG FOOD packaging experience. Salary very negotiable plus benefits Min Requirements Degree in Procurement Management / Supply ChainMinimum 5 years in FMCG FOOD procurement / senior buyer role preferably in packaging.Minimum of 5 years experience within a Procure Buying roleExperienced in the procurement of raw and packaging materialsResponsibilities:Review historical and competitive costs to identify cost savings opportunities and variances.Source and negotiate new raw products for manufacturing/production.Analyse category, service, material, and supplier costs to provide key decision information.Review financial goals and provide metrics to understand and report on initiatives and cost structure.Assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractorsEthical purchasing standards and costingDraft an appropriate service-level agreementWork with internal stakeholders (sales and production) to determine procurement needs, quality and delivery requirements.Responsible for order placement timing, supply/demand alignment, material replenishment and supplier performanceCost-saving budgeting and targetingSet and plan how to achieve supplier accreditation and service-level managementPayment terms negotiation, optimization and managementInitiate and keep track of ordersReconcile or resolve order discrepancies with supplies.Monitor delivery times to ensure they are on timeMaintain good relationships with suppliers and renegotiate prices on a regular basisApply online Frogg Recruitment