Purchase Officer

Responsibilities :

• Accountable for the export of finished product ensuring related customer service, brokerage and customs transaction compliance.
• Manage purchasing activities day-to-day across Packaging, Maintenance and Operations areas.
• Ensure appropriate purchase item lead-time and cost management.
• Monitor and manage site-based Supplier Performance
• Review and evaluate stock control and management of consumables stores.
• Obtain quotes / negotiate pricing for non-contracted lines.
• Manage and report non-conforming products / services.
• Provide feedback for Supplier reviews.
• Liaise with Department Supervisors for trialing of new / alternative materials.
• Manage new material requests accuracy and timelines.
• Ensure attendance at key meetings to support site requirements.
• Understand and apply Pharmaceutical and Quality standards for purchased items.
• Contribute to key business activities and site initiatives as required.
• Drive continuous improvement activities throughout the purchasing function.
• Ensure adherence to Company policies, procedures, processes, and work instructions at all times.
• Manage purchasing activities day-to-day across Packaging, Maintenance and Operations areas

Skills / attributes required :

Skills Required

Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Sap, Inventory Control