Purchasing Officer

At GBfoods we offer culinary solutions in several countries of Europe and Africa with prestigious leading local brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L, Grand'Italia and Blå Band, among others.

Our Purpose “Celebrating local flavours” is to empower and take care of each of the local communities we belong to and to bring out their authentic flavours. Some of our local brands have been in consumers' kitchens for over a century and have positioned themselves as authentically loved brands, as well as deeply rooted parts of the local culture.

Today, with a turnover of around 1,4 billion euros and a team of around 3,600 people, we are the preferred choice of millions of consumers.

Purpose of Role

To ensure the timely, cost-effective, and efficient procurement of indirect materials and services required for operations, while maintaining quality standards, supplier performance, and compliance with company policies, thereby supporting uninterrupted production and overall operational efficiency
 

Responsibilities    
1.    Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for indirect materials and services (e.g., MRO items, office supplies, maintenance services).
2.    Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and service levels.
3.    Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to achieve cost savings and value optimization.
4.    Raise and process purchase orders in line with company procurement policies and budgets.
5.    Monitor open orders, follow up with suppliers, and resolve delivery delays or discrepancies.
6.    Coordinate with internal stakeholders (production, engineering, HR, admin) to understand procurement needs.
7.    Develop and maintain strong relationships with approved vendors and internal stakeholders.
8.    Track supplier performance (quality, delivery timelines, responsiveness) and escalate issues where necessary.
9.    Collaborate with stores/warehouse teams to monitor stock levels of indirect materials and trigger replenishment.
10.    Ensure timely availability of critical supplies to avoid operational disruptions.
11.    Ensure procured items meet required specifications and quality standards.
12.    Report defective or non-conforming items and coordinate returns/replacements.
13.    Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
14.    Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, invoices, and supplier documentation.
15.    Use ERP/procurement systems for transaction processing and reporting.
16.    Prepare periodic reports on spend, cost savings, and procurement performance.
17.    Take responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others including your own fitness for work.

What can you expect from us?

You will contribute to the success of our fast-growing and sustainable international organization, which is committed to investing in Africa, while enjoying a differential employee experience.

What do we expect from you?

We expect that you will bring aboard your authentic personality and experience to effectively develop and implement strategies to drive the growth of our existing products.