Buyer: Packaging and Decoration

4 weeks ago

Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Staff Unlimited Recruitment Full-time

A reputable manufacturing and FMCG organization committed to operational excellence and innovation is seeking a dedicated Buyer specializing in Packaging and Decoration. This role is pivotal in supporting the company’s growth by ensuring seamless procurement processes and maintaining high-quality standards across production facilities.

Duties:

  • Coordinate and expedite decoration requirements for both on-site and off-site production

  • Issue daily schedules for raw material needs

  • Monitor and update decoration stock levels for customers and sales teams

  • Oversee stock movement, including slow-moving and obsolete items

  • Manage decoration back-order reports and address quality incidents with suppliers

  • Negotiate pricing and maintain strong relationships with decoration suppliers and sales representatives

  • Handle artwork changeovers, including updating files and maintaining documentation

  • Track stock levels in line with business parameters and advise production teams on necessary adjustments

Requirements:

  • A relevant Supply Chain or Commercial Degree

  • 2 to 3 years of buying experience within FMCG or manufacturing environments

  • Proficiency in advanced Excel and Microsoft Office tools

  • Strong planning, numeracy, and communication skills

  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple stakeholder relationships effectively

  • Excellent networking skills to foster supplier partnerships