Senior Buyer - Central Distribution Centre
Phoenix Recruitment Rosebank
Duties:
Own end-to-end buying for the Distribution Centre, including fresh produce, bulk ingredients (oils, grains, dry goods), and non-food items (cleaning materials, consumables, etc.)Develop and manage accurate forecasting models to ensure consistent supply across all production lines
Maintain optimal stock levels ensuring availability without overstocking or waste, particularly within fresh categories
Continuously monitor and manage cost prices, identifying discrepancies and acting immediately
Lead supplier negotiations to secure the best quality and pricing, while maintaining strong, reliable relationships
Identify and resolve stock, pricing, and supply discrepancies proactively
Work closely with operations and stores, managing constant communication and demand changes
Requirements:
Proven experience in a senior buying/procurement role, ideally within food, FMCG, or a production-driven environmentStrong experience in forecasting, particularly across both fresh/perishable and bulk categories
Deep understanding of stock management principles in a high-volume environment
Confident negotiator with the ability to push back and hold suppliers accountable
High attention to detail with a track record of managing cost accuracy and margin control
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage internal pressure from multiple stakeholders
Resilient, decisive, and able to operate effectively in a high-noise, fast-moving environment
Commercially sharp with a constant focus on cost and margin
Hands-on and proactive
Able to challenge suppliers and internal teams when needed
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise under pressure
Detail-driven with a low tolerance for errors in pricing, stock, or supply
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• 1012 years experience in Warehousing and Distribution Management within FMCG or QSR environments.
• Grade 12 plus a tertiary qualification (Logistics Management or related field Degree / Honours / Postgraduate Diploma compulsory...
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