Fruit and Packaging Procurement Specialist

1 month ago


Helderberg, Western Cape, South Africa Merand Corbett & Associates Full time
Job Title: Buyer (Fruit & Packaging)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Buyer (Fruit & Packaging) to join our team at Merand Corbett & Associates. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and increasing the supply network of fruit and packaging to meet the yearly production requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and Increase Supply Network: Develop and maintain relationships with farmers and packers to ensure a stable supply of high-quality fruit and packaging materials.
  • Daily Communication: Collaborate with production, logistics, quality, and planning teams to ensure timely delivery of raw materials.
  • Purchase Budgeting: Create and manage yearly and monthly purchase budgets in line with demand and fruit seasons.
  • Market Analysis: Assess local market conditions and identify new fruit supply opportunities.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Share market insights with the sales team to inform sales strategies.
  • Relationship Building: Foster strong relationships with farmers and packers through regular visits and communication.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure quality standards and pesticide residues are met.
  • Purchase Price Management: Manage and maintain purchase prices, orders, and contracts within the ERP system.
  • Reporting: Provide monthly reports on stock levels, order quantities, and prices.
  • Negotiation: Calculate and negotiate purchase prices based on global market information and internal cost prices.
  • Sustainability: Improve the overall sustainability profile of the supply chain.
Requirements:
  • Experience: At least 4 years of fruit or vegetable buying experience, preferably in an industrial environment.
  • Education: Degree in Agriculture or B-com with an agricultural background.
  • Travel: Regular travel locally, with occasional overnight stays.
  • ERP Experience: Experience working with ERP systems like Sage, SAP, or Pastel Evolution.
  • Transportation: In possession of a reliable vehicle.
  • Language: Fluent in English, with Afrikaans and other languages an advantage.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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