- Carry out market analysis to optimise purchasing.
- Analyzing sales patterns and inventory levels of existing stock,
- Keeping in check the inventory levels with increase & decrease of jobs in the plant.
- Staying up-to-date on market changes that can affect the supply and prices of goods.
- Responsible for preparing and processing purchase orders
- Evaluate prospective suppliers before signing them up to ensure they meet ISO 9001:2008 standards.
- Ensure that suppliers deliver goods and services in the agreed quantities, on-time, while observing quality measures
- Evaluate Suppliers Performance on a regular basis and report to management.
- Ensure that the procurement department is maintaining updated data such as information about suppliers' products and prices.
- Post-Secondary Education in Supply Chain.
- 3 - 5 years related purchasing experience within the manufacturing sector.
- Proven ability to source goods and negotiate terms and pricing with global suppliers.
- Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.