Purchase Manager

Contract

Your Role:
As the Purchase Manager, you will oversee the purchasing team and be responsible for managing raw material and office supply needs. You will seek out reliable and high-quality suppliers, negotiate prices, and ensure timely delivery of materials. This role involves strategic planning, supplier relationship management, cost control, and collaboration with various departments. As De Heus is starting up, the role will evolve from establishing the purchasing foundation to managing the day-to-day purchasing cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement effective purchasing strategies to ensure a reliable supply of raw materials.
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and service.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible deals.
Monitor market trends and conditions to anticipate price fluctuations and supply risks.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
Conduct regular supplier audits with the quality team to ensure compliance with company standards.
Address and resolve any issues or disputes with suppliers promptly, including payment, quantity, and quality differences.
Analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
Prepare and present regular reports on procurement performance, cost savings, and supplier performance.
Develop and implement inventory control procedures for accurate tracking and reporting.
Contract transporters for raw material pick-up and delivery to the factory.

Qualifications and Requirements:

A degree in Purchasing & Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
At least five (5) years of experience in a similar role, with three (3) years in a senior office or management position.
Knowledgeable in market research, data analysis, and forecasting techniques.
Highly organized, efficient, and proactive.
Committed to ethical purchasing practices and sustainability.
Confident and an assertive self-starter with strong problem-solving, conflict-handling, and negotiation skills.
Working knowledge of current legislation on purchasing.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.

What We Offer:
De Heus provides a challenging position in a dynamic and international context, offering the opportunity to help realize our strategy and make an impact in Uganda by improving the protein value chain and enhancing food security. We empower our employees to drive progress in our fast-growing, ambitious organization.

The package includes a competitive salary based on education, skills, and experience, with opportunities for growth and personal development in an international company.

Location:
At the plant in Njeru (near Jinja), Uganda.

Application Process:
Would you like to work in a successful and fast-growing international company with many opportunities for personal growth? Please do the following before August 31, 2024:

Complete the assessment at this link. Note that the assessment is timed, so aim to answer as many questions as possible.
Send your CV, transcripts, and a motivation letter to [email protected], indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Assessments are part of the recruitment procedure.

About De Heus Animal Nutrition

Industry: Agriculture

Location: Jinja

De Heus Animal Nutrition is a global leader in animal feed production, with operations in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Serving over 75 countries with more than 80 production sites and 10,000 employees, De Heus is known for its Koudijs brand in Uganda. The company is launching local production, including a new plant for Tilapia fish feed, to promote aquaculture, create jobs, enhance food security, and shift from import to export.