Job vacancy Purchasing Manager (Food manufacturing - Cikarang)

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years experience at FMCG company as assistant manager especially in food industry
• Experience in dealing with many variant items of raw materials and able to develop alternative raw material source as well as finished goods
• Knowledgeable in export-import activity and document
• Good negotiation skill
• Good at time management
• Capable in communicating in English
• Willing to work in Bekasi-Cikarang area

Job description:

• Procurement Strategy: Develop and execute purchasing strategies for food products, ingredients, and packaging materials, ensuring continuity of supply and cost-effectiveness.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts and prices, monitor supplier performance, and maintain relationships with key vendors.
• Ensure that food products and ingredients meet quality standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements. Work closely with quality control teams to ensure compliance with food safety and quality regulations.
• Develop inventory control policies and procedures to ensure that the right products are available at the right time, while minimizing waste and maintaining product freshness.
• Collaborate with logistics and distribution teams to optimize delivery schedules, reduce lead times, and improve transportation efficiency.
• Analyze costs of food products and ingredients, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and negotiate favorable pricing with suppliers.
• Collect and analyze data on food purchasing and inventory management, prepare reports and presentations for management, and identify areas for improvement.
• Build and manage a high-performing purchasing team, providing training, coaching, and mentoring to improve team capabilities and drive results.