Technical Purchaser

Lesaffre Egypt for yeast industries is an Egyptian joint stock company for producing baking yeasts and yeasts extract. We are 100% owned by the holding company and part of Middle East & Africa baking region.

Lesaffre Egypt was established according to the Investment Guarantees and Incentives Law No. 8 of 1997, and registered in the Commercial Registry Office of Cairo Investment authority under No. 65570 on April, 14, 2013.

Our main operational purpose is to establish, manufacture, and package yeasts, yeast derivatives, and yeasts extracts. These many forms and types are then used within food products, animal feed, bread-making and bread improvers, flavorings, colors, and enzymes.

In October 2014, Lesaffre Egypt for yeasts industry (S.A.E) began effectively managing the acquired company.

Lesaffre Egypt’s main office is located in the Giza Governorate of Sheikh Zayed City while the factory is placed in the Nubaryia Industrial Area of El Beheira Governorate. We also have a Baking Center and Logistics Warehouse in 6th of October City. Currently, We employ more than 200 individual

• Analyse technical specifications and purchase requirements in coordination with engineering, maintenance, and production teams.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for technical products and services.
• Request and review quotations, negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Issue purchase orders, monitor progress, and follow up on delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with project and maintenance teams to ensure supplier compliance with standards.
• Maintain updated records of purchased items, supplier service contracts, and performance.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure critical technical spares are available.
• Participate in cost-saving initiatives and supplier development programs.
• Resolve any discrepancies related to technical purchases, deliveries, or quality issues.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, innovations, and new suppliers in technical domains.

• Bachelor's of Engineering (Civil /Mechanical/ Electrical)
• FMCG or Pharma Experience.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Power point and Planner.
• SAP user is plus.
• Purchasing or procurement accredited certificate is plus
• Solid knowledge of procurement processes and technical specifications (machinery, spare parts, MRO items, etc.).
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Foreign supplier's portfolio management.

Role within the organization

Reporting to: Technical & Projects Purchasing Manager

job Location:

El Sheikh Zayed, Egypt