Group Buyer

SUMMARY:
A large Durban based packaging company requires a Group Buyer who will be responsible for ensuring the Company selects the most appropriate goods and services based on price, quality, delivery times and services support.

POSITION INFO:
Essential Requirements:

• Matric Plus a related degree/Diploma qualification
• 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing procurement
• High level of computer literacy in MS office packages
• Planning and Organising skills
• Experience in foreign payments
• Strong financial acumen

• Place orders with suppliers and prioritise critical orders to ensure production is not negatively impacted
• Update schedule of purchases on the system; compile, track, monitor and distribute reports
• Forecasting likely levels of demand for services, products and/or component parts to be used in any manufacturing process.
• Conducting research to ascertain market trends and needs.
• Manage orders for Dies and report on monthly orders
• Liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
• Developing purchasing policies and procedures
• Identifying potential suppliers; negotiate and authorize contracts and monitor their progress.
• Processing payments and invoices.
• Keeping contract files and using them as reference.
• Ensuring suppliers are aware of business objectives, policies and procedures, reviewing increases etc.
• Checking costs, quality and levels of service.
• Monitor stock levels to maximize business efficiency.
• Book Forex rates; Manage marine insurance;  Advance/terminate forex payments
• Amend unit rate on purchase orders to reflect landed costs
• Manage forex schedule and landed costs
• Comply with laws and regulations
• Other reasonable general duties within skills and capabilities that may be required per operational needs