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Duties: Procurement: Sourcing and Negotiation: Identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and securing the best prices and terms for goods and services. Purchase Order Management: Creating and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Supplier Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply and quality. Market Research: Staying informed about industry trends, prices, and availability to anticipate future needs. Stock Management: Inventory Control: Monitoring stock levels, forecasting demand, and implementing strategies to optimize inventory. Stock Rotation: Implementing procedures to ensure that older stock is used first to minimize spoilage or obsolescence. Warehouse / Stores Management: Overseeing warehouse operations, including storage, picking, and packing. Inventory Accuracy: Maintaining accurate inventory records to ensure that the right products are available in the right quantities. Other Responsibilities: Budget Management: Tracking and managing procurement and inventory costs to ensure adherence to budget. Policy and Procedure Development: Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to procurement and inventory control. Collaboration: Working with other departments, such as sales, customer service, and logistics, to ensure smooth operations. Problem Solving: Addressing issues related to procurement, inventory, and supplier relationships. Requirements: Grade 12 & a formal qualification. Strong Food & Beverage / culinary background. Experience in kitchen management and stock control. Valid drivers license and able to travel between St. Francis Bay & Port Elizabeth. Proficiency in food purchasing. Excellent computer skills including POS & Inventory Management programs. Light Speed essential. Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage budgets and inventory effectively. Budgeting, cost analysis, and profit margin management skills.