About the role
Gather and Negotiate quotations from all various suppliers issuing RFQS, Tenders, and reverse auctions.Issue purchase orders to the appropriate suppliers.Search for new suppliers and evaluate supplier performance as per planned periodically.Ensure that material scheduling and processes are in place and work effectively.Supports bottlers in the development and implementation of short / medium / long term productivity initiatives to mitigate commodity inflations and currency devaluation to be able to deliver their P&L.Evaluate Capacity constraints in the short term and long term.Take ownership of material planning issues that arises.Ensure effective material planning implementation takes place relating to the changes.Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries made on time Make recommendations to minimize impacts and avoid crisis situations.Manage substitution in case of quality issues and Ensure adherence to the supply plan.Ensure availability of new components for launches with suppliers.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferable or having a degree in the supply chain.Previous experience (5Yrs: 6Yrs) in Purchasing, with a previous FMCG background.SAP user or any ERP system.English proficiency is a MUST.CPIM certificate is a plus.Sharkia residence is preferable.Excellent user of MS programs.
