Raw Materials Buyer

2 months ago


Cape Town, South Africa Performability Recruitment Full time

Our client, in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Raw Materials Buyer to join their team. The successful candidate will report to the Supply Chain Manager

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelors degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Min of 5 years of experience in raw materials procurement within manufacturing industry.
  • Familiar with import / export procedures
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in using procurement software and systems.
  • Knowledge of cosmetic/pharmaceutical industry regulations and quality standards

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sources and places order for products raw materials, equipment, incidentals, consumables, packaging in compliance with quality, safety regulatory standards.
  • Negotiate favourable terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost-effective pricing and timely delivery.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
  • Performs supplier monitoring by analysing feedback from relevant departments e.g. Quality Control and goods receiving.
  • Performs SYSPRO transactions e.g. requisitions, purchase orders, MRP.
  • Communicates effectively with internal and external customers.
  • Proactively responds to internal customers requirements in support of departmental objectives.
  • Ensures on time deliveries within the minimum dock to stock.
  • Monitor inventory levels of raw materials to optimize stock levels and minimize stockouts.
  • Ensures stock rotation (turns) are within agreed limits.
  • Follow-up on supplier complaints.
  • Conduct cost analysis to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement processes.
  • Compiles monthly reports.
  • Stay updated on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and emerging raw material technologies.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, quality standards and environmental policies.



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