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Position Summary :

The Head of Purchasing will manage the buying team which plays a vital part in sourcing, negotiating, and delivering the best goods at optimum prices to our clients within our Home Improvement retail network.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities for Purchasing Head Job in Malta

The primary focus of the head of purchasing position is to effectively manage and develop our diverse purchasing team
Allocate project work to Buying Managers based on workload and skill set
Manage all aspects of the team including appraisals, setting KPI’s according to the top management’s directions, recruitment and trainings.
Category management and assortment building and optimization.
Understand consumer trends to plan a strategy in line with market requirements.
Sourcing the best products, locally and internationally.
Include sustainability both in category management and in the sourcing process.
Review current and develop new robust processes and procedures.
Present Team Structure and Budgets for the next Financial Year (turnover, mark-up, stocks, rebates) and make sure to keep on track.
Develop and maintain constructive relationships with new and existing suppliers.
Issue tenders (RFI/RFQ) and carry out the evaluation process.
Negotiate prices as well as contract terms and conditions with suppliers.
Develop rebate plans.
Develop and support all the promotional activity settled by/with marketing department.
Sign and improve contractual conditions with suppliers.
Review stock levels and order products. Follow-up on Logistics.
Plan for payment and delivery.
Make sure that the sourced items have the requested quality and certifications as per group policy.
Prepare reports and present them to senior management.

Physical Requirements/ Working Conditions

Work in office on a full-time basis, occasionally spending time in warehouses, stores, competition visits and fairs.

Education & Licenses Required for Purchasing Head Job in Malta

Experience in a similar role – Head of Purchasing / Purchasing Lead -preferably in retail.
Experience working in a product and consumer-focused business, (preferably DIY or home improvement retailers – but not mandatory)
Requires a university degree (qualification at MQF Level 4 or higher) in relevant areas including procurement, business administration, sales and marketing, management, or commerce.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Qualities/ Tools & equipment used for Purchasing Head Job in Malta

Is expected to have:

An understanding of the retail industry the organisation is operating in
Knowledge of the products and/or services available on the market
Knowledge of competitors’ activities and pricing strategies
Commercial and business awareness
Financial skills
Analytical skills
The ability to adapt to different client needs
Leadership skills
Written and verbal communication skills in English and preferably also Maltese
IT skills
Numerical skills
Organisational skills
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Time management skills and the ability to cope with the pressure of demanding targets and tight deadlines
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
The ability to persuade, influence, negotiate and network successfully
The ability to build long-lasting business relationships.
A results-driven approach
An entrepreneurial mindset
Attention to detail
Business acumen
Confidence
Constructive attitude
Flexibility
Perseverance

Head of Purchasing