Purchasing Officer

Purchasing Officer responsibilities include evaluating vendors, negotiating contracts and preparing reports. For this role, you should have good knowledge of market research, along with solid analytical skills to make sure you’re identifying the most profitable offers.

Ultimately, you’ll create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure merchandise is high quality and delivered on time.

Responsibilities

• Research potential vendors

• Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers

• Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing

• Track orders and ensure timely delivery

• Review quality of purchased products

• Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases (following ISO 22000 standart)

• Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices

• Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses

• Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed

• Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up-to-date with industry trends

- Social insurance, annual leave and other policies as prescribed by the company.

- Opportunities for career training and development

• Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, background in food industry will be appreciated

• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)

• Understanding of food industry system

• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses

• Negotiation skills

• Professional in English