(Pharmaceutics/ Cosmetic) Raw Material Buyer

An internationally acclaimed cosmetic manufacturing company is looking for a expert Raw Material Buyer to step into this critical role on their team and run with the following 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

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field - NON NEGOTIABLE
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in raw materials procurement within manufacturing industry NON NEGOTIABLE
• 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 industry regulations and quality standards

Compensation: 

• Salary range: Under R450 000 per annum 

• Benefits: Medical Aid contribution, Provident Fund, Group Life, 21 days annual leave

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