Global Food Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa Babylonstoren Full time
Food Buyer Job Opportunity at Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is a renowned agricultural estate seeking an accomplished Food Buyer to spearhead the procurement of high-quality food products. As a member of our dynamic team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a category strategy that aligns with our food strategy.

Our ideal candidate should possess a relevant commercial degree/diploma and minimum 5-8 years of fresh food retail buying experience. Previous experience in a procurement management role, particularly in complex buying within a fresh food manufacturing environment, is essential.

The successful candidate must have natural leadership qualities, be able to work effectively in a cross-functional team, and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills. Additionally, they should have strong financial buying and financial management skills, including cost make-up, cost controlling, profit management, and financial reporting capabilities.

We are looking for a solution-oriented individual with a proven track record of managing suppliers through building and maintaining strong, sustainable relationships. The ideal candidate should be able to identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers while drawing on their experience from the industry to optimize supply and profitability.

The salary for this position is estimated to be around $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. If you are a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can easily adapt to changing market and organizational requirements, we encourage you to apply.



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