Our client is a global leader in the import, export, and distribution of frozen foods, with over 25 years of experience in the food industry and deep expertise in African markets and is seeking a Procurement Executive responsible for managing and overseeing their procurement activities. Their primary role involves sourcing, purchasing, and acquiring goods and services required for the company’s operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Matric.
• Related tertiary qualification.
• Experience in the local bovine trade, manufacturing and processing sector is essential.
• Experience in procurement / sales.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Willingness to travel.
• Networking and relationship management skills.
• Negotiation and research skills.

Main Duties/Key Results Areas:

• Procuring from different destinations for various markets.
• Communicate with various suppliers on a daily basis.
• Allocation of orders.
• Coordination/ assistance with procurement related matters.
• Cross trades sales.
• Compilation of averages.
• Assistance with any reporting required by Managers/Directors.
• Any duty requested by the Managing Director/ Procurement Director/ Commercial Director.
• All and any other tasks and duties as the Employer might from time to time direct.

General information:

• Department: Procurement
• Hours: Monday Friday, 08:00 17:00.
• Site: Cape Town

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