Category Buyer - Packaging

Libstar is seeking a Category Buyer – Packaging to join their Procurement Team in Cape Town, South Africa, with a full-time position. The role is currently based in Maitland but will relocate to Montague Park in May 2027. This is a procurement-focused position requiring strategic sourcing and supplier management for packaging materials.⁠‌​​​​‌‌‌​​​‌​‌​‌​‌‌‌​‌‌‌​​‌‌​​‌‌⁠

What it offers

This role involves sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement activities for packaging products. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Procurement Manager and contribute to innovative procurement strategies for the company’s supply chain needs.

Who can apply

Applicants must be located in or willing to relocate to Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa due to the role’s current location and future relocation. The position is full-time and requires a strong background in procurement, ideally with experience in the packaging industry.

What you'll do

• Sourcing and supplier management for packaging materials.
• Negotiating contracts and ensuring cost-effective procurement solutions.
• Collaborating with the Procurement Manager to align procurement strategies with business goals.
• Monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for cost savings and innovation.

How to apply

• Submit your application by November 12, 2026.
• Ensure your application includes relevant experience in procurement, particularly in packaging.
• Confirm your readiness to relocate to Montague Park by May 2027 if required.

Good to know

• The role is full-time and based in South Africa, with a potential move to Montague Park in 2027.
• Experience in procurement, especially in packaging, is highly preferred.
• No explicit education level or detailed eligibility criteria are provided beyond general procurement experience.