As a Raw Material Purchaser, you will execute and support operational purchasing tasks as delegated in line with Group Purchasing policies, principles, guidelines, and procedures for Raw Material, Purchased Finished Goods and Direct Packaging Materials. This role is based in Adama and reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in local purchasing tasks

• Align with internal stakeholders as relevant

• Assist in evaluating optimal logistics solutions to support a cost-effective flow of goods to and from the site.

• Assist in updating local parameters in Matrix as instructed

• Support supplier invoice control in line with company guidelines.

• Assist and support in tasks related to customs procedures and regulations

• Follow up and report on agreed KPIs

• Manage defined Indirect Material categories on delegation

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.

• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies

• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores

• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self

• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

Qualification & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in any field of study

• 2 - 4 years of relevant experience in purchasing in a manufacturing company. 

Competence requirements

• Networking: builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives

• Systematic Approach: uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively

• Constructive Teamwork: co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals

• Analysis & Judgment quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments

• Initiative & Responsibility: acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results

• Influence: makes an impact; convinces and persuades others; promotes plans and ideas successfully

How To Apply

• Interested and Qualified applicants can apply using THIS LINK