Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Purchasing Specialist to manage the end-to-end procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, and marketing supplies. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring cost efficiency, supplier reliability, and timely availability of materials to support production and marketing operations.

Role Description

• Manage the full procurement cycle for raw materials, packaging, and marketing materials.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with local and international suppliers to achieve best value (cost, quality, and delivery).
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term partnerships and supply continuity.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with planning and production teams to ensure material availability.
• Issue purchase orders and follow up on deliveries to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and alternative materials.
• Analyze purchasing data and prepare reports on cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance) to support business needs.
• Handle supplier performance evaluation and resolve any supply or quality issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in cosmeceutical, pharmaceutical, or FMCG industries.
• Strong experience in sourcing raw materials, packaging, and marketing items.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good knowledge of ERP systems (Odoo, SAP, or similar).
• Very good command of English.