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Industry: Pharmaceutical (relevant industry experience crucial)
Location: Johannesburg
Equity Requirement: EE
Are you a skilled negotiator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring uninterrupted supply chains? We’re looking for an experienced Demand Buyer (Bulk & Finished product) to join our team and play a crucial role in procuring finished goods from cGMP compliant suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
Building and maintaining good relationships with suppliers, establishing good working agreements and metrics.
Develop dual sources of cGMP compliant suppliers.
Generate RFPs, RFQs and negotiating of pricing and supply terms with suppliers.
Execute MPS on the ERP System and follow up on Open Orders, expedite, highlight concerns, and update system.
Support the endeavours of the New Product Development Team to bring new products to Market.
Generate stock status report on finished goods, giving visibility on potential stock outs or over stocking.
Key Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field is essential.
Postgraduate qualification as a functional specialist (excluding MBA) is advantageous.
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with ERP systems like Sage or Xperdyte.
Active membership in an appropriate vocational society is preferred.
At least 8 years of experience in a Buyer/Planner environment, with a strong background in procurement processes.
Proven experience in Lean Principles / Theory of constraints / Six Sigma is essential
Proven track record of cost savings.
Experience in the Pharmaceutical or FMCG environment will be beneficial.
(Full job description available on application)
Applications can be sent to response@mvgrecruitment.co.za. REF MP/DPB
Supporting documents to accompany CV application:
Copy of relevant qualification/s including your Matric certificate