Role Summary:
Purchasing Manager will be responsible for overseeing the procurement process, negotiating with suppliers, and managing inventory to ensure optimal stock levels. The role involves analysing market trends, evaluating supplier performance, and implementing cost-effective purchasing strategies. Collaboration with various departments is essential to optimize product availability while staying within budget. Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills are crucial for success in this role, in order to secure favourable terms and contribute to the overall efficiency and profitability of the Supermarket business.
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Responsibilities & Scope of Work:
Oversee procurement activities for a
supermarket, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods.
Negotiate with suppliers to secure
favourable terms, including pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
Manage inventory levels to meet demand
and minimize shortages or excess stock.
Analyse
market trends and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
Collaborate with various departments,
such as sales and operations, to optimize product availability and customer
satisfaction.
Develop and implement purchasing
strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Monitor budget compliance and seek
opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
Stay informed about industry
developments, market conditions, and emerging trends.
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and explore new sourcing opportunities.
Utilize strong communication,
negotiation, and analytical skills to excel in the role.
Ensure effective inventory and warehouse
management (order management, stock accuracy, stock movement and stock
transfers, optimum space utilization for showrooms and backrooms, stock returns
and shrinkage).
Review and analyze stock and sales
reports -in regular basis-monitoring over stock, under stock and out of stock
implementing corrective actions.
Provide weekly/monthly feedback to top
management on category sales, categories contribution, stock positions and product
ranges .
Follow up on supplier’s agreements in
terms of stands, gondolas and shelves rentals, planograms and agreements
changes and renewals.
One of the leading retail companies in Jordan is looking to hire a " Purchasing Manager " with the following requirements :
Not
less than 10 years in similar industry and the last 3 years in senior
positions.
Education:
Bachelor
degree from an accredited university
Good
command of English
Professional
in using Excel and other desktop applications.
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