Junior Executive - Purchasing

KEELLS FOOD PRODUCTS PLC

 

 

   Junior Executive - Purchasing

 

Keells Food Products PLC, a subsidiary of John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH), is the country’s market leader in processed meat products and has held this position for over three decades. Our company possesses ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management System, and ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System Certifications. The Company manufactures a range of sausages, meatballs, hams, crumbed products and other food products categories & solutions under the “Elephant House” and “Keells Krest” brands.

Job Responsibilities

  • Monitoring stock levels (raw materials, packing materials, engineering items, and consumables)
  • Creating purchase orders for raw materials, packing materials, engineering items, and consumables
  • Conducting supplier negotiations.
  • Supporting supplier development.
  • Coordinating import and export procedures, including documentation and regulatory compliance.
  • Handling import-related payments and liaising with banks and finance teams.
  • Ensuring timely follow-up on shipments, clearing processes, and supplier communications.

Person Specifications

  • A bachelor's degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain Management.
  • A minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment. (an added advantage)
  • Good knowledge of import/export procedures, documentation, and relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Experience in handling import payments and coordination with financial institutions.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and SAP systems.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Keells Food Products PLC
2 Dec 2025
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