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  • Posted: Jun 13, 2024
    Deadline: Not specified
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    HEINEKEN - the world's most international brewer. It is the leading developer and marketer of premium beer and cider brands. Led by the Heineken® brand, the Group has a portfolio of more than 300 international, regional, local and speciality beers and ciders. We are committed to innovation, long-term brand investment, disciplined sales execution and focu...
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    Senior Buyer - Stellenbosch

    Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to

    STRATEGIC/FINANCIAL RESULTS (Financial Perspective):

    Ensure purchasing function is cost effective and achieves purchasing objectives within the divisional targets:

    • Actively manage and improve on dry goods stock holding working capital while still delivering a high quality service of material availability to the packaging lines
    • Drive and Implement Focused Improvement Projects
    • Ensure financial controls are in place as required by company internal control (ICC)

    OPERATIONAL RESULTS (Internal Perspective):

    To ensure an effective and efficient running of purchasing function:

    • Ensure effective procurement of dry goods according to production plans, forecasts, and the use of MRP
    • Effective supplier management through monthly supplier meetings and OTIF scores
    • Ensure effective procurement and maintain good customer relationships - drive preferential procurement opportunities
    • Ensure delivery of the correct materials/services on time and in full

    RELATIONSHIP RESULTS (Customer/Stakeholder relationships):

    Build effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders:

    • Build effective and trusting relationships with peers
    • Collaboration with marketing and execution of NPD projects
    • Build effective working relationships with customers/suppliers to achieve results

    INNOVATION & IMPROVEMENT RESULTS (Learning and Growth):

    Drive continuous improvement in area of responsibility:

    • Implement new ideas and improve methods, systems and work processes that will lead to higher quality, or reduced cost
    • Entrench a coaching culture using principles of High Performance Coaching.

    The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

    • A tertiary qualification in Purchasing/Procurement
    • Minimum of 3 - 5 years purchasing experience
    • Computer literate in Ms Word, Excel, Outlook and SAP
    • Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation skills are essential.
    • Proven meticulous attention to detail.
    • Ability to be assertive when necessary.
    • Effective time management skills
    • Ability to work independently and under pressure.
    • Ability to take ownership for the completion of tasks.
    • People management skills are essential.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to The Heineken Company on careers.theheinekencompany.com to apply

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