AVI Ltd. is known for its leading household brands across many categories including: hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits and snacks, frozen convenience foods, personal care products, cosmetics, shoes, accessories, and fashion apparel.

NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.

Reporting to: Logistics Manager

About the Role:
We’re seeking an experienced Subcontract Buyer with a strong background in food manufacturing, inventory management, and SAP systems. You’ll drive production planning, procurement, inventory health, and successful new product launches, ensuring seamless collaboration with internal teams and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planning & Scheduling:

• Manage production planning, Material Requirement Planning (MRP), and procurement processes with subcontractors.
• Oversee material usage, Bill of Materials (BOMs), and artwork updates for New Product Development (NPD).
• Monitor daily production performance, identify risks, and report to leadership.
• Maintain accurate SAP planning master data and align with throughput capacity.

1. Reporting:

• Prepare monthly and weekly reports on volumes, service levels, and inventory metrics.
• Optimize reporting templates for efficiency.

1. Inventory Management:

• Conduct monthly stock counts with subcontractors and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure safety stock levels and manage replenishment using SAP.

1. Forecasting:

• Generate 12-month rolling forecasts for materials and production needs.
• Identify and address capacity constraints.

1. General:

• Conduct quality and safety audits.
• Enforce adherence to safety protocols.

What We’re Looking for:

• Experience: 3+ years in a subcontract buyer or similar role within FMCG/Food & Beverage manufacturing.
• Education: National Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or similar (essential); Degree would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in SAP and inventory planning systems.

Additional Requirements:

• Required to travel to sites
• Work overtime as and when required
• The successful incumbent will be required to partake in monthly stock count as and when required

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic team shaping South Africa’s favorite brands while driving innovation and excellence in manufacturing.

Apply Now – Elevate your career with NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED!