I. CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The goal is to ensure that the business will always have adequate stock that meets its requirements. That way we can deliver value to our customers through high-quality products and facilitate sustainable growth.

II. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Make purchase decisions in accordance with company procedures and regulations
• Analyse purchase requisitions and review for accuracy and completion
• Cultivate new sources for supplies and products
• Identify and select vendors and suppliers using criteria such as quantity and quality of commodities, price, and delivery date
• Identifying customer preferences and forecasting consumer trends
• Evaluating supplier options according to prices, quality, etc., and determining the best choices
• Discovering and purchasing new products and checking the quality and popularity of those already on our shelves
• Identify customer preferences and forecast consumer trends
• Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality, etc., and determine the best choices
• Discover and purchase new products and check the quality and popularity of those already on our shelves
• Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our company
• Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase
• Monitor stock levels and make plans for buying within budget
• Forge and maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealing