- Cape Flats
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: FMCG Logistics Import & Export
- Reference: 2175014
Vacancy Details
Employer: Durpro Workforce Solutions
- At least 5 years of experience in a similar import / export role working with many products (e.g. over 1,000 SKU’s), suppliers and industry players across the supply chain
- Computer literate (Excellent Excel skills)
- Netstock or similar forecasting system experience is important.
- Have a sense of urgency, a problem solver with an analytical mindset with good interpersonal skills
- Experience in the beauty or FMCG industry
- Pastel experience is an advantage.
- Database upkeep
- Strong negotiation skills
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain processes.
- Manage the procurement process, including sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and monitoring supplier performance.
- Ensure accurate inventory levels are maintained by implementing inventory management policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
- Develop and manage relationships with logistics and transportation providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products.
- Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve supply chain issues.
- Develop and maintain metrics and KPIs to measure supply chain performance.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers
- Ability to make decisions under pressure
- Locate vendors of materials, equipment, or supplies, and set up interviews with them and the HOD to discuss future business
- Under limited supervision, perform duties related to the purchasing of services, supplies, and equipment
- Follow up on orders and deliveries on a daily basis and give feedback to senior management.
- Any other reasonable requests in line with the position and/or knowledge and experience
Buyer / Procurement
Our client in the Beauty industry is looking for a buyer to join their procurement department to oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain processes, from planning / forecasting to procurement and final delivery to customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Key Responsibilities:
Required Skills
- Negotiation Skills
- Analytic
- Strong Relationship Skills
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field is an advantage.
- Proven experience in the procurement industry
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with supply chain management software.
- Knowledge of logistics and transportation best practices.
- Understanding of inventory management practices.
Requirements:
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