Senior Buyer

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Position reporting line: Head of Supply Chain

Job Purpose:

Manage the supply planning and buying responsibilities of finished goods for brands forming part of the Energy sub-category. Regular engagements with 3rd Party Manufacturers, Adcock owned facilities and Material suppliers.

Key Job Outputs:

• Raise purchase orders on suppliers timeously
• Do Supplier Evaluation and Development
• Expedite orders placed to ensure timeous deliveries
• Manage shipping of imported items
• Manage production at Third Party premises where applicable to ensure timeous deliveries
• Generate Stock Management reports for the Energy subcategory
• Liaise with the Customer Demand team to keep them informed of stock challenges and solutions proposed.
• Provide the relevant stockholding information and represent the supply side in the monthly Demand Review Meetings.
• Ensure timely backflushing and reconciliation on Oracle for the finished goods bought.
• Liaise with GQA and Release Pharmacist to ensure timely release of goods and compliance to quality management related requirements.
• Ensure contract management compliance within the portfolio.
• Ensure New Product launch dates are met from a supply planner/buyer perspective and stock is available continuously.
• Implement cost savings initiatives to mitigate against cost inflation.
• Ensure continuous relationship management with suppliers
• Ensure Supply resilience is built into the Energy subcategory portfolio

Core Competencies:

• Analyse and solve complex problems

• Influencing skills

• Cost focus

• Ability to plan & work independently

• Understanding of pharmaceutical products & shelf life

• Interpret data, information & documents

• Work well with tight deadlines

• ERP experience required

• Sound understanding of MRP

• People management skills

• Networking skills

• Attention to detail

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management

• 5 years’ experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry in a similar position

• MRP System such as Oracle experience is required

• Computer literacy: MS Office - strong excel skills a must

• Valid drivers’ licence and own vehicle is advantageous

***Advert Closing Date is 09 October 2026***