Buyer (Hinterland)
Senwes · Klerksdorp, North West
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Planning and Demand Forecasting
- Analyse market trends, customer behaviour, and sales data to forecast demand for the Animal Care and Animal Feed portfolio.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to understand customer requirements and market opportunities.
- Develop purchasing strategies that optimise profitability while achieving budget and sales targets.
- Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies where required.
Supplier Sourcing and Management
- Identify, evaluate, and appoint suppliers of Animal Care and Animal Feed products.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, trading terms, and supply agreements.
- Ensure suppliers comply with quality, ethical, and contractual standards.
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships and collaborate on new product opportunities.
Pricing and Commercial Management
- Monitor market pricing and negotiate competitive purchase prices.
- Identify opportunities to improve margins and profitability through effective commercial negotiations.
Inventory Management
- Work closely with inventory management teams to ensure products are ordered and delivered on time.
- Optimise inventory levels to minimise stock-outs and excess stock.
- Monitor inventory performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Analyse inventory data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Sales and Product Performance
- Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to optimise product performance and profitability.
- Analyse product performance and implement initiatives to improve sales and margins.
Rebate Management
- Manage monthly and annual supplier rebates to ensure agreed targets are achieved.
- Review rebate structures and trading terms annually.
- Promote products linked to rebate agreements to maximise sales growth and profitability.
Product Training
- Coordinate product training initiatives between suppliers and branch specialists to ensure excellent customer service.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
- 3–5 years' experience in retail buying or a similar role, preferably within procurement and inventory management.
- Essential: Proven experience within the Animal Care and Animal Feed industry .
- Essential: In-depth knowledge of Animal Care and Animal Feed products.
- Knowledge of retail and consumer trends and buying behaviour.
- Sound understanding of supply chain management principles.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability.
- High level of integrity and sound ethical judgement.
- Ability to build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accura