Procurement Officer/Buyer

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement effective negotiation tactics


• Procures produce and non produce


• Maintains a local supplier list


• Request for samples


• Visits out growers with the Agronomist to ascertain available crops, expected harvest dates, expected volume


• Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery and compliance to terms of contracts


• Review supplies to ensure quality


• Monitor stock levels


• Prepare and submit detailed reports (revenues, buying expenditures etc.)


• Keep updated records

Requirements

• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role in fruit and veg.


• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management. Degree an added advantage


• Working knowledge of MS Office


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• A strong analytical mindset


• Outstanding organizational skills