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General Stores and Purchasing Manager
A vacancy has arisen for the position of General Stores and Purchasing Manager. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for managing the General Stores by providing efficient and cost-effective support to production and other operational processes. The role also involves ensuring strict adherence to inventory management procedures and best practices.
Additionally, the General Stores and Purchasing Manager will support the procurement section by researching and evaluating suppliers, comparing pricing and services, and coordinating with process managers to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Ensure the availability of general stock items within prescribed constraints to meet production demands at all times.
• Manage a small team of warehouse personnel and collaborate with various departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Respond to and ensure order coverage for a range of general stock items, including spare parts, in liaison with operational teams.
• Develop and maintain efficient stock management systems that comply with ISO standards and best practices.
• Maintain the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to ensure accurate, real-time stock information.
• Achieve targets set by the Supply Chain Manager.
• Support the Procurement section by coordinating the work of procurement administrators, ensuring adherence to procurement policies and ethical standards.
• Negotiate the best prices while maintaining the quality of procured items and addressing any arising issues.
Candidate Requirements
• Ideally hold a Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Business Studies, or equivalent.
• Experience in an inventory environment, preferably within the Food & Beverage industry.
• Strong leadership, team facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate creativity in problem-solving.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong ICT and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset.
Simonds Farsons Cisk plc:
Farsons Group is located on the island of Malta in the heart of the Mediterranean. Established in 1928, the Group is engaged in the brewing, production, sale, and distribution of branded beers and beverages, the importation, wholesale, and retail of food and beverages including wines and spirits, the operation of franchised food retailing establishments, and property development. As a leading group of companies with an annual turnover in excess of €88 million, we believe that innovation and exports will drive our ongoing growth and success. With a robust Malta base, our vision is to grow both our local and international businesses to become a regional players in the food and beverage business. With an exceptional portfolio of food and beverage brands, the Group is proud to have been entrusted to represent some of the finest names in the industry which include its own iconic and award-winning range of beers and beverage brands: Cisk Lager, Blue Label Ale; Hopleaf Pale Ale, the Kinnie range of soft drinks; San Michel table water and others.
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