Buyer (Junior).

We are looking for a Buyer to join our team in La Rousse Foods

Key Responsibilities

To optimize the flow of products so as to fill all orders on time, resulting in maximum sales, whist ensuring all related costs are kept to a minimum.

1. Ordering: Process daily and weekly purchase order requirements through set of preferred vendors to ensure all orders are placed correctly, on time and in full
2. Stock management: Ensure stock (Fresh, Ambient, Frozen categories) is available to fulfil all customer orders, without excess.
3. Key performance indicators:
4. Missed sales
5. Wastes
6. Suppliers relationship:

• Negotiate best credit terms and prices (fully integrated – supplier & transport)
• Market awareness
• Build long term relationships with suppliers

Key competencies

• Good knowledge of the food distribution sector – fresh / frozen / dry goods.
• Strong Organizational and Planning skills.
• Ability to focus and prioritize tasks.
• Good Communicator – both internal and external
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Qualifications / Experience

• Education or experience in Procurement or Supply Chain is an advantage
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• A second language gives a distinct advantage