Purchasing Officer - Imports Buyer

Your areas of responsibility:

• Procure imported raw materials, packaging, finished goods and indirect products through international suppliers using sea and air freight channels.
• Coordinate import shipments, customs documentation, freight forwarders and clearing agents to ensure on-time delivery.
• Create, manage and expedite purchase orders, supplier confirmations and imported stock transactions within SAP.
• Monitor inventory levels, supplier performance and lead times to support continuity of supply and minimize stock risks.
• Maintain procurement master data, import records and compliance documentation, including permits and customs requirements.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers while identifying opportunities to improve cost, service and supply reliability.

Qualifications and Skills we are looking for: 

• Degree or Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related field (NQF Level 7 or higher).
• 1-3 years experience in imports procurement or supply chain planning.
• SAP/ERP experience and advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Incoterms 2020 and customs/import regulations.

These are your benefits:

• Diverse tasks and excellent future prospects.
• Personnel development and advanced training.
• Market-related pay and attractive company benefits.

Do you have any questions? ZA-vacancies@fuchs.com will be more than happy to answer them!