Durban: FMCG Buyer – Durban

Posted on 2025-09-18 00:00:00

Employer	Unspecified
Category	Transport / logistics / warehouse
Location	eThekwini / Durban

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful

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