Buyer (Hinterland) at Senwes

Description

Planning and Demand Forecasting


Analyse market trends, customer behaviour, and sales data to forecast demand for the Animal Care and Animal Feed portfolio.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to understand customer requirements and market opportunities.
Develop purchasing strategies that optimise profitability while achieving budget and sales targets.
Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies where required.


Supplier Sourcing and Management


Identify, evaluate, and appoint suppliers of Animal Care and Animal Feed products.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, trading terms, and supply agreements.
Ensure suppliers comply with quality, ethical, and contractual standards.
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships and collaborate on new product opportunities.


Pricing and Commercial Management


Monitor market pricing and negotiate competitive purchase prices.
Identify opportunities to improve margins and profitability through effective commercial negotiations.


Inventory Management


Work closely with inventory management teams to ensure products are ordered and delivered on time.
Optimise inventory levels to minimise stock-outs and excess stock.
Monitor inventory performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.
Analyse inventory data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.


Sales and Product Performance


Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to optimise product performance and profitability.
Analyse product performance and implement initiatives to improve sales and margins.


Rebate Management


Manage monthly and annual supplier rebates to ensure agreed targets are achieved.
Review rebate structures and trading terms annually.
Promote products linked to rebate agreements to maximise sales growth and profitability.


Product Training


Coordinate product training initiatives between suppliers and branch specialists to ensure excellent customer service.


Requirements


Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
3 - 5 years' experience in retail buying or a similar role, preferably within procurement and inventory management.
Essential: Proven experience within the Animal Care and Animal Feed industry.
Essential: In-depth knowledge of Animal Care and Animal Feed products.
Knowledge of retail and consumer trends and buying behaviour.
Sound understanding of supply chain management principles.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.


Skills and Competencies


Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking ability.
High level of integrity and sound ethical judgement.
Ability to build and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accura