Buyer Planner (Food Ingredients)

Position: Buyer Planner

Business: F&B Solutions

Location: Singapore, Biopolis

About ofi

ofi, is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable, and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious, and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we're with, whatever we're doing, we always make it real.

Position Responsibilities:

Demand Planning:

• Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and promotional activities to forecast future demand for food ingredients.
• Develop and implement demand planning strategies to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand demand fluctuations and adjust planning accordingly.

Purchasing:

• Identify and source reliable suppliers of food ingredients, ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost-effective purchasing.
• Manage supplier relationships, resolve disputes, and monitor supplier performance.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels and ensure adequate stock of food ingredients to meet production needs.
• Coordinate with logistics team to ensure timely delivery of ingredients.

Experience & Qualification

• Minimum 8 years of experience in planning and purchasing within the food ingredients industry.
• Strong background in FMCG operations is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using SAP systems and other relevant software.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• You will be part of our F&B Solutions business line. To find out more this business, please visit:

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions will be based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.