Planning And Procurement Manager - Food Raw Materials

SUMMARY:
A well-known Food manufacturing company requires the above to oversee and manage all local and international procurement for the company.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements for the role:

• Previous experience having worked in a buyer/procurement role within the Food manufacturing industry procuring Food raw materials or Food Ingredients is essential.
• Previous experience and knowledge of the Food raw material supply chain market activities is preferred.
• Previous global/international sourcing/procurement is essential for the role.
• Knowledge of forex management processes as well as managing import logistics and costs is preferred.
• Must have good it skills in Microsoft applications, ERP and stock management systems.
• Must have a solid working knowledge of working capital aspects of procurement such as stock cover, safety stock, payment terms etc.
• The successful candidate should have excellent communication skills with strong analytical and negotiating skills.

• Overseeing and managing all local and global/international procurement of food raw materials for the company.
• Identifying improvement opportunities e.g. cost savings, improving working capital aspects such as inventory cover and payment terms, and planning and implementing the same.
• Continuously and proactively pursuing multiple supply options as appropriate to ensure continuity and sustainability within the supply chain.
• Negotiating prices, and payment terms and establishing supply agreements where appropriate.
• Adhering to all procedures regarding quality management by meeting company raw material/product quality specifications, ensuring adequate communication of the same with suppliers, liaising with suppliers appropriately to address and managing instances of non-conformity.
• Maintaining an approved supplier list in line with company policy.
• Liaising with the sales team as well as senior management to manage fluctuations in costs and assisting with impact assessment before order confirmation.
• Working closely with the finance department to implement company Forex procedures and policies.
• Proactively assisting in managing excess stock levels.
• Preparing reports and presenting them to senior management.