Operational Purchaser

We are looking for an operational Purchaser to join our manufacturing site in Gambassi and ensure a continuous flow of raw materials for production. This is a key role within the supply chain organization. Your main responsibility will be to ensure that production is never stopped due to lack of materials. This is a dynamic, hands-on role requiring daily coordination with suppliers, production, planning, and logistics, as well as quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
* Purchasing raw materials and production-related materials based on operational needs.
* Daily creation and management of purchase orders in ERP system.
* Monitoring deliveries and ensuring on time, in full (OTIF) performance.
* Active communication with suppliers (order confirmations, expediting, issue resolution).
* Negotiating MOQs and lead times in alignment with Procurement.
* Managing inventory (stock levels, ageing, obsolete materials).
* Supporting product phase-in / phase-out activities.
* Solving day-to-day operational issues (delays, shortages, quality issues).
* Close cooperation with internal stakeholders (production, planning, logistics, customer service).
* Maintaining and updating planning parameters and master data in ERP. Personality requirements and skills Must have:
* Operational purchasing or materials planning experience.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
* High level of ownership and responsibility.
* Stress resilience and ability to handle urgent situations.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills.
* Proactive, hands-on and team-oriented mindset. Nice to have:
* Experience in packaging / printing / manufacturing industry.
* Experience with MRP / planning tools.
* Inventory management experience. This role is ideal for someone who is:
* Prefers a practical, operational role close to production.
* Enjoys solving problems in real time.
* Reacts quickly to changes and unexpected situations.
* Understands the impact of supply chain decisions on production.
* Takes ownership and ensures production continuity. What to expect:
* Close cooperation with production, supply chain, and sales teams.
* Dynamic environment with changing priorities.
* Occasional operational challenges requiring problem-solving.
* Opportunity to gain strong insight into manufacturing processes. #J-18808-Ljbffr