Job Openings at Kelly

SUMMARY

• Are you a detail-oriented procurement professional with strong negotiation skills and a passion for supplier management? We are seeking a proactive Junior Procurement Buyer strongo join a fast-paced team and play a key role in ensuring product availability, supplier performance, and cost-effective purchasing
• Our client is looking to employ a JuniorBuyer based in Pinelands

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage supplier communication regarding stock availability and delivery timelines
• Place and manage orders across multiple locations
• Monitor stock levels and ensure availability of high-demand products
• Conduct price checks and negotiate with suppliers
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Process customer and supplier credits accurately
• Source new products and suppliers
• Manage trade-in stock and aged stock returns
• Assist with procurement support for promotions and training initiatives
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• 2–3 years of experience in  procurement, purchasing, buying, or a similar supply chain role/ Retail / Technology background
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build lasting relationships
• Good numerical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Confident and professional telephone manner
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Computer literacy and proficiency in standard business software

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• We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. 

Your opportunity

• Seeking a results-driven, customer-focused Key Account Manager to strengthen our Fiber Packaging segment.
• In this role, you will take full commercial ownership of a strategically significant geographical area which needs expansion. You will drive new business, build long-term partnerships, and deliver profitable, sustainable growth. You’ll act as the central connection point between customers, operations, and internal stakeholders, ensuring seamless execution and exceptional customer experience.
• This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded KAM with strong Customer Focus and a can-do attitude, who thrives in a fast-paced B2B environment and is motivated by delivering tangible results.

What you’ll be doing

Key responsibilities:

• Customer Relationship Management
• Sales & Market Development
• Complaints & Technical Coordination
• Financial & Logistics Ownership
• Reporting & Administration

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commercial, International Business, Management, or similar.
• Minimum 5 years sales experience (must have manufacturing industry experience) ideally in the packaging industry or another technical, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Experience and a strong network in the egg-production space
• Strong understanding of international trade, business administration, and basic finance.