Sefalana Cash & Carry, a leading distributor of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) in Botswana, has an opportunity for a procurement professional to take up the role of a Foods Buyer. The position is available at Sefalana Hyperstore Gaborone.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A Botswana General Certificate in Secondary Education (BGCSE) or an equivalent academic qualification.
- A professional certification in procurement and supply or a higher academic qualification will be an added advantage.
- At least five (5) years’ work experience as a buyer or procurement officer in an FMCG business environment.
- An in-depth understanding of product categories and services that are offered by an FMCG outlet.
- Up to date with consumer/market trends and able to take advantage of the trends to gain a competitive advantage.
- Be able to build long-term relationships with suppliers (and other stakeholders) and gain their commitment to support the business’s objectives.
- Possesses a strong negotiation skill that is requisite to securing a competitive business advantage,
- Fully aware of the strategic significance of the buyer’s role in a buying and selling type of business,
- Be decisive: able to make timely and informed business decisions that affect a large business unit,
- Be able to communicate well and effectively with all management teams and other departments.
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The position holder will perform the following roles:
- Regularly monitor stock levels and place purchase orders with different suppliers of foods products,
- Review buying reports on a regular basis as per the buyer’s diary and take timely corrective actions
- Negotiate with supplier representatives to get favorable deals and varied support from the suppliers.
- d) Liaise with Merchandise Department (National Buyers) on merchandise-related issues/concems
- Review product ranges on a continued basis to enhance product mix and meet customers’ needs
- Ensure that sales promotions are well planned for, effective, and enhance sales growth opportunities
- Observe market/consumer trends and capitalize on these trends to enhance business opportunities,
- Supervise a team of subordinates and ensure that the team is developed, disciplined and productive
- Liaise with suppliers and store management to resolve stock management issues e.g non-sellers.
The company offers a competitive remuneration package consistent with the nature of work, the candidate’s occupational experience, and academic qualifications.
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JOB APPLICATION DETAILS
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to email their applications and detailed curriculum vitae on or before 02 September 2021 to:
Interested individuals should submit their application letters. Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of identity documents, driver's license, and academic certificates to:
Systems Training Manager
Sefalana Cash & Carry Ltd
Private Bag 00422, Gaborone
Or hand deliver at:
Plot 10038, Broadhurst Industrial, Gaborone
Comer of Nelson Mandela Drive & Kubu Road
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing Date: 04th September 2021
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