INTERNAL ADVERT

SENIOR BUYER

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill a position of
Senior Buyer which has arisen within the Purchasing Department. The position reports to the
Purchasing Manager.

The key deliverables for this position, among others, are to:

- Create supply plans that ensure availability of raw materials and packaging at all times.
- Negotiate for cost effective prices and terms with suppliers, vendors and freight forwarders.
- Monitor supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements at
all times.
- Identify new and cost effective suppliers, routes and transporters and in conjunction with
user departments create a pool of approved suppliers for all key raw materials.
- Co-ordinate with user departments to ensure that their priorities are upheld during the
procurement process.
- Co-ordinate the activities of Buyers in the Buying Office.

Suitable candidates are those that possess a minimum of the following:

a) 5 ‘O’ Level passes which include English and Maths.

b) A Diploma or Degree in Purchasing and Supply or equivalent from a recognized institution.
c) At least three (3) years experience as a Buyer.
d) Experience in a pharmaceutical environment will be a distinct advantage.

Interested persons who meet the above requirements should submit applications accompanied
by a comprehensive CV to:

Lawrence.Mlobane@datlabs.co.zw

Closing date: - 28 July 2021