FMCG Buyer - Durban - Talent Evolution

apartmentTalent Evolution placeDurban business_centerR 45/month calendar_month 
Key Responsibilities
  1. Strategic Sourcing and Procurement
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies tailored to specific international and domestic markets.
  • Source and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, and capacity.
  • Negotiate favourable trading terms (contracts, pricing, payment terms, and rebate agreements).
  • Stay informed on market trends, competitor products, and price movements to ensure best value for the business.
  1. Supplier and Vendor Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and monthly meetings with strategic vendors.
  • Onboard new suppliers, ensuring full documentation (COAs, ISO, Halal/Kosher certifications, etc.) is collected and managed.
  • Actively build and support smaller suppliers to grow their capability and capacity.
  1. Supply Chain, Logistics and Operations
  • Coordinate procurement activities with warehousing, shipping, and export teams.
  • Manage documentation and compliance with international trade regulations.
  • Oversee timely delivery of goods and handle any issues such as short shipments or damaged stock.
  • Work closely with export controllers and logistics partners to ensure seamless supply chain execution.
  1. Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Liaise with Business Development Managers (BDMs), Export Controllers (ECs), and Marketing to align product selection with market needs.
  • Collaborate on catalogues, POS material, and promotional planning for export markets.
  • Assist with forecasts and ensure alignment between procurement planning and business development initiatives.
  1. Risk and Compliance
  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and international trade laws.
  • Work with the compliance team to maintain up-to-date documentation and mitigate risks.
  • Address and resolve any supplier performance issues and manage procurement-related risks such as FX, supply disruptions, or political instability.
  1. Cost Management and Reporting
  • Track and analyse procurement costs and identify opportunities for cost optimization.
  • Support finance with claims processing and pricing-related reconciliations.
  • Prepare procurement reports, purchasing, supplier performance reviews, budgets, forecasting and cost-saving initiatives.
  1. Daily Activities and Task Management
  • Maintain and update product listings and delistings.
  • Handle new product innovations, discontinuations, and catalogue requests.
  • Manage internal queries from Business Development Manager and Export Coordinators.
  • Review and approve price lists and Distribution Centre pricing.
  • Upload pricing, documents, and maintain supplier data.
  • Participate in internal meetings and maintain detailed meeting minutes.
Minimum Requirements: Experience
  • +5 years proven experience in FMCG procurement.
  • Experienced in international procurement.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Excellent communication abilities.
  • Required Software Proficiencies: Knowledge of at least one major ERP and advanced Excel.
Education
  • Matric and BCom (Bachelor of Commerce) with majors in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Economics or similar.
Operational
This role requires periodic domestic travel.
Key Competencies
  • Strategic thinking, commercial acumen, market awareness.
  • Supplier relationship management. Cross-functional collaboration.
  • Time management. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
  • Risk management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail.

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