Awash Wine Share Company Vacancy Announcement

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Position Title: Specialist Buyer – Product Related

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full-time

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About the Company

Awash Wine Share Company, a pioneer in the Ethiopian wine industry, is committed to producing world-class wines using the best local and imported materials. As part of our expansion and continuous improvement efforts, we are looking for a qualified and experienced Specialist Buyer to join our Procurement and Supply Chain Department.

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Position Purpose

The Specialist Buyer – Product Related will manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, packaging, and chemicals. The role ensures timely and cost-effective acquisition while maintaining compliance with procurement policies and contributing to quality, safety, and efficiency standards.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of raw materials, packaging, and chemicals from tendering to purchase order.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, timelines, and payment terms.
• Plan orders in line with production and cellar capacity, aligned with the budget.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and contractual agreements.
• Handle supplier selection, price comparison, and Proforma collection.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and coordinate logistics with the warehouse.
• Follow up on FOREX approvals, clearing processes, and on-time delivery.
• Evaluate supplier performance (delivery, communication, service) and track corrective actions.
• Support Quality Department with supplier QA and material conformity.
• Record procurement data in the ERP system and maintain documentation.
• Ensure ethical practices and compliance with anti-bribery guidelines.
• Contribute to team meetings and uphold safety and ISO standards in all tasks.

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Required Qualifications and Experience

• Education:
  • MA or BA Degree in Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 4 years for Master’s Degree holders OR 6 years for Bachelor’s Degree holders in procurement, supply chain, or related functions.

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Required Skills

• Strong oral and written communication
• Knowledge in logistics and procurement systems
• Sharp analytical and evaluation abilities
• High attention to detail
• Adaptability in a dynamic work environment

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How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through Ethiojobs by submitting a non-returnable CV and cover letter at the following link:
🔗 Apply on Ethiojobs

🗓️ Application Deadline: June 22, 2025

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