Buyer (Flexible Packaging)
West Coast Personnel
- Brackenfell, Cape Town
- R35,000-40,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Suitable formal qualification will be an advantage
- A minimum of 5 years in the flexible packaging industry
- Ideally from estimating, production planning or procurement background
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Detail-oriented, highly accurate, organized working methods
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
- Assist the Financial Manager in sourcing packaging from pre-approved manufacturing sites globally
- Evaluate and compare proposals and select the best option
- Ensure that the best possible value is obtained by optimizing production and logistics efficiencies
- Prepare and process purchase orders and ensure that all relevant documentation is accurate and complete
- Monitor factory performance and ensure that all deliveries are made on time
- Resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise with suppliers, vendors, or clients
- Maintain technical master files on the ERP system
- Create Product Specifications, master COC and DOC documents
- Consult with Sales regarding client forecasts and updating the forecasting model