International Buyer - Frozen Commodities

My clients are seeking an Offshore (International) Buyer to join our procurement team. Their procurement department comprises of a team of specialized individuals, experienced in their fields, the products, and services they manage. The successful incumbent is specialized in Frozen commodities, especially poultry. Offshore/international buying experience is essential! Procurement for exports is a fast-moving department where one needs to constantly find solutions for problems and being able to multitask is a must. The Offshore Buyer will consistently strive for a beneficial working relationship between the company and their international suppliers. This person will also be responsible for communicating between their international suppliers and our own team, ensuring that new and current orders are flawlessly executed. Responsible to work closely with our current suppliers and Business Development Managers discussing current brand activations and strategies along with further brand and product development on a per market basis. The position will be based at our Head office in Morningside, Durban.

Key Responsibilities

• International and local product sourcing of frozen commodities.
• Purchasing / Procurement of International products with existing and new suppliers.
• Development of the company's product range.
• Negotiation of pricing, rebates and settlement discounts.
• Negotiation and handling of claims.
• Handling the negotiation of cycle deals, promotions, and POS material for relevant markets.
• Helping to build and develop new brands for new markets.
• Attending Trade Fairs, local and international travel.
• Experienced in exclusivity, pricing, route to market / value chains, cycle deals, claims process, rebates and settlements.

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience in international procurement of frozen commodities, ideally frozen poultry and fish.
• Offshore/international buying experience is essential!
• Maintaining and developing supplier relationships.
• Understanding of exports, shipping markets and INCO terms.
• Experience in operations and logistics would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Completed Matric with Math.
• Relevant Tertiary qualification will be advantageous.

Personality Fit

• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relationship building skills.
• An ability to work independently but also within a team structure.
• Proactive and assertive, able to take calculated decisions.
• Ambitious, positive, and energetic.
• Ability to handle high pressure situations.
• Solution driven.

Desired Skills

• INCO Terms
• FMCG
• Procurement
• Frozen Commodities Buying

Desired Qualification Level

• Degree

About The Employer

Employer & Job Benefits

• Medical Aid
• Pension Fund
• 13th Cheque
• Incentive Bonus