We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist with experience in the high-protein food industry to manage the purchasing of raw materials, packaging, and equipment. The ideal candidate must have an existing database of suppliers for food manufacturing raw materials and strong experience in dealing with both local suppliers and importers. The role involves sourcing high-quality materials, negotiating prices, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while maintaining cost efficiency.
Job Responsibilities:
- Purchase raw materials, packaging, and equipment for protein enriched food production.
- Ensure all purchased materials comply with food safety and quality standards.
- Coordinate with the production and quality teams to meet operational requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels and place orders as needed.
- Stay updated on market trends and explore new supplier options.
- Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
- Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
- Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
- Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
- Assess, manage and mitigate risks
- Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
- Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
- Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field.Proven experience as a Purchasing Specialist, preferably in the high-protein food industry.Strong knowledge of sourcing raw materials, packaging, and equipment for food manufacturing.Existing database of reliable suppliers for food manufacturing raw materials.Experience in dealing with both local suppliers and importers.Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of securing cost-effective and high-quality materials.Knowledge of food safety and quality standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, ISO).Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess costs, supplier performance, and market trends.Ability to develop and execute purchasing strategies while managing risks effectively.Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with production, quality, and finance teams.Ability to monitor inventory levels and forecast demand accurately.Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.