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About the role

The Raw Material Buyer supports the Procurement Manager for Raw Materials & Projects by developing and executing tactical purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives. This role ensures the timely acquisition of materials, goods, and services that meet required quality standards, with a strong focus on total cost optimization. The position plays a key role in supplier management, cost control, and procurement planning. It also offers a clear development path toward leading buying portfolios and progressing into the Procurement Manager role.

Your responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Procurement

• Support the overall procurement strategy by identifying and executing action plans.
• Conduct market research and financial analysis on current and potential suppliers.
• Benchmark key cost drivers (e.g., labor, yield, raw and packaging materials) to support negotiation strategies.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives and ensure optimal purchasing decisions balancing cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, including local contract development.
• Develop price forecasts for key market trends and maintain monthly cost tracking (PPV, risks, and opportunities).

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all new materials and suppliers comply with Halal requirements as part of the Halal Committee.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain high standards of documentation and quality awareness.
• Comply with ISO13485 and other relevant regulatory standards applicable to the role.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Promote a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to company policies and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Comply with ISO14001, ISO45001, and other EHS regulations relevant to the role.
• Take personal responsibility for safety, health, and environmental practices in the workplace.

The experience we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Specialization in Purchasing or Supply Chain is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Consumer Products, Food, Personal Care, or Healthcare industries.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic technical project management capabilities.
• Experience in negotiation and contracting.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical quality standards and regulatory procedures is a plus.
• Background in Pharma or Healthcare is preferred.

The skills for success

Attention to detail.
Strong in influence and persuasion skills.
Good interpersonal skills in cross-functional teams.
Relationship building ability both with suppliers and internally.
Able to learn quickly how to communicate effectively and how to influence internal budget
owners, peers, management and suppliers.
Structured, detail oriented and analytical.
Solution- and results-oriented.

What we offer

Equality