National Non-Produce Buyer

The National Non-Produce Buyer is responsible for ensuring 98% availability of safe, high-quality materials that meet specifications to support daily production across all HFC manufacturing facilities. This role plays a key part in achieving optimal stock holding, buying patterns, stock rotation, delivery windows, purchase orders, and overall inventory management efficiency.

The Buyer leads coordination efforts within the buying team and across multiple divisions to ensure compliance, safety, and operational excellence throughout receivals and supply activities. This includes overseeing the morning Supply Chain Meeting, managing DIFFOT, PPV, and Quality metrics, and maintaining strong alignment between Sales and Supply Chain functions to provide clear visibility on deletions, promotions, and stock-at-risk within the Non-Produce portfolio.

This role also actively champions People & Capability (P&C) initiatives, setting measurable targets that demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Ensure daily availability of sufficient materials meeting quality and specification requirements.
• Develop and maintain weekly replenishment schedules for all raw materials.
• Generate and confirm purchase orders with suppliers based on production needs.
• Coordinate inbound freight bookings and ensure accuracy of receival advices.
• Review and act on Inbound DIFFOT non-compliance daily.
• Monitor and manage stock levels within agreed targets; report and address variances.
• Identify potential dumps daily and take proactive measures to minimize losses.
• Optimize material-to-plan performance through regular stock reviews and order adjustments.
• Implement initiatives to improve service levels, reduce inventories, and drive cost efficiencies.

• Maintain reliable, safe, and sustainable supply lines through approved sourcing plans.
• Ensure purchase orders are correctly priced and aligned with cost-saving objectives.
• Maximize price breaks and other cost advantages in accordance with supply management directives.
• Drive cost efficiency while maintaining quality and service standards.

• Identify opportunities to support new product development, improve existing materials, and enhance profitability.

• Manage supplier relationships in line with short- and long-term sourcing strategies.
• Maintain strong working relationships and ensure prompt communication with suppliers.
• Provide accurate feedback on non-conforming deliveries and drive quick resolution of supply issues.
• Ensure responsiveness and collaboration to maintain smooth supply operations.

• Build and maintain cooperative relationships with other key functional areas.
• Ensure alignment and compliance with agreed service levels and operational parameters.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in purchasing, planning, or inventory control within FMCG or a related industry.
• Strong commercial acumen with an entrepreneurial mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to coordinate and influence multiple stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated resilience and results-oriented approach with a focus on operational excellence.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems and software tools to support procurement and inventory processes.
• Collaborative and proactive, with the ability to think strategically while executing operational tasks effectively.