Buyer - Packaging Industry

3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R900 000 - R1 200 000 per year
Hire Resolve's client is looking for a skilled Buyer to join our team in the Flexible Packaging Industry in the Western Cape region. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement and purchasing within the packaging industry, specifically dealing with flexible packaging materials.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Financial Manager in sourcing packaging from pre-approved manufacturing sites globally
  • Evaluate and compare proposals and select the best option
  • Ensure that the best possible value is obtained by optimizing production and logistics efficiencies
  • Prepare and process purchase orders and ensure that all relevant documentation is accurate and complete
  • Monitor factory performance and ensure that all deliveries are made on time
  • Resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise with suppliers, vendors, or clients
  • Maintain technical master files on the ERP system
  • Create Product Specifications, master COC and DOC documents
  • Consult with Sales regarding client forecasts and updating the forecasting model
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
  • A minimum of 5 years in the flexible packaging industry
  • Ideally from estimating, production planning, or procurement background
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Detail-oriented, highly accurate, and organized working methods
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Ability to multitask and work well under pressure

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

  • Salary: negotiable.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann, Rebecca Grylls, or Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:  or email us your CV:  [email protected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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