We are looking for a Junior 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.

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
Stock management: Ensure stock (Fresh, Ambient, Frozen categories) is available to fulfil all customer orders, without excess.
Key performance indicators:
1. Missed sales
2. Wastes
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

Junior Buyer

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