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About this position

The Stock and Purchases Manager is responsible for coordinating stock levels, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring efficient procurement processes to meet production and sales demands while maintaining quality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

•Coordinate stock levels across all retail locations and monitor the central warehouse.
•Implement and maintain inventory control systems to ensure accurate tracking of ingredients, packaging, and finished goods.
•Conduct regular stock audits and reconcile discrepancies.
•Optimize stock levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts while minimizing waste, especially for perishable goods.
•Develop and manage relationships with suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and other necessary items.
•Negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers.
•Source high-quality ingredients in line with the company’s standards.
•Ensure timely procurement of stock based on production schedules and sales forecasts.
•Regularly evaluate supplier performance and explore new supplier options as needed.
•Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to forecast demand based on seasonal trends, promotions, and historical sales data.
•Analyze purchasing trends and implement cost-saving initiatives where possible.
•Manage and track stock-related expenditures, ensuring they stay within budget.
•Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure timely delivery of stock to all retail locations.
•Ensure appropriate storage conditions for all products, particularly perishable items.
•Work with the operations team to streamline distribution processes and reduce delivery costs.
•Ensure that all stock, particularly ingredients, meets the company’s quality standards and complies with food safety regulations.
•Monitor the shelf life of ingredients and finished products, ensuring proper rotation of stock.
•Maintain up-to-date records for food safety and regulatory compliance.
•Lead and manage the stock and purchasing team, providing training and development as needed.
•Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements

•Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
•5+ years of experience in stock and purchasing management, preferably within the bakery, food retail, or FMCG industry.
•Strong understanding of inventory control systems and supply chain management.
•Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
•Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
•Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel.
•Knowledge of food safety regulations and compliance standards.
•Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Benefits