<p>Since 1976, Attard &amp; Co Food has been the gateway through which the most reputable food brands &amp; FMCGs enter Malta. From importation to state-of-the-art storage, a well-connected sales force and  distribution to the entire archipelago of Malta – we handle it all with pride.</p>

Attard&Co Food

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&lt;p&gt;Attard &amp;amp; Co Food is a leading food importer and FMCG distributor in Malta. Since 1976, we have been importing and distributing high-quality food brands throughout Malta. With state-of-the-art storage facilities, a well-connected sales force and distribution across the entire archipelago of Malta, we take great pride in providing our customers with the best food products on the market.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Role Description&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Attard &amp;amp; Co Food Ltd is seeking a &lt;strong&gt;Full time Purchasing Officer&lt;/strong&gt; for our Purchasing Department in Marsa.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The Purchasing Officer forms part of the Commercial and Supply Chain Department. The Purchasing Officer position is to liaise with the internal Sales Department, Warehousing, Logistics and Suppliers. Additionally, the position also entails continuous monitoring of stock levels with the scope maintaining and optimizing stock levels.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Qualifications and Skills:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong organizational skills and attention to detail&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to work independently and as part of a team and meet deadlines&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong command of Microsoft Office tools especially in Word and Excel&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· O level standard of education&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience in purchasing is an asset.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to maintain a healthy relationship with suppliers and to work under constant pressure with strict deadlines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Duties:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Plan orders against historical consumptions&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Maintain adequate stock levels&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Create stock cards and ensuring the necessary information pertaining to the product is regularly maintained&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Submit orders and follow up with suppliers&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Coordinate shipments via in-house logistics team&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Negotiate pricing and payment terms with existing and/or new suppliers&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Check goods received in store against Purchase Order/Invoices&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· General support to the Planning &amp;amp; Purchasing Team&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;· Any other ad hoc duties as necessary&lt;/p&gt;

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Purchasing Officer

&lt;p&gt;The Office Clerk – Catering Department provides administrative and operational support to the Catering Sales team by maintaining accurate pricing and customer information, coordinating product and pricing updates, preparing sales and stock reports, and ensuring that sales representatives have the information required to provide excellent customer service. The role contributes to the smooth day-to-day operation of the department through accurate data management and efficient administrative support.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsabilities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Update and maintain stock card prices, promotions, and special offers within the company&#039;s systems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Process and manage daily pricing and sales authorisations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Maintain and update the product catalogue, ensuring all information is accurate and current.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Maintain customer master data, including assigned sales routes, customer categories, pricing structures, and other relevant information.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Communicate price updates, new products, and promotional information to the Sales Representatives in a timely manner.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Compile and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly sales, stock, and performance reports.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide administrative support to the Sales Representatives by responding to enquiries relating to stock availability, pricing, products, and sales information.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Maintain and regularly update the Offers Log File to ensure promotional activities are accurately recorded.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Generate and update customer-specific and customised price lists as required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data entered into company systems.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assist with general administrative duties including filing, document management, and correspondence.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Liaise with internal departments such as Purchasing, Warehouse, Finance, and Customer Care to ensure efficient communication and service.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Perform any other duties that may reasonably be assigned to support the effective operation of the Catering Department. R&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;h3&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Requirments&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/h3&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;O-Level standard of education or equivalent.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Previous experience in an administrative or office support role.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience within the FMCG, food distribution, catering, or wholesale industry will be considered an advantage.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience using ERP or stock management systems is desirable.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent organisational and administrative skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Good written and verbal communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Customer-focused with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

Office Clerk (Catering Department)

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&lt;p&gt;This role is responsible for ensuring continuous customer service by providing sales route coverage whenever required, coordinating daily sales activities, and supporting the Sales Executive / Small &amp;amp; Medium Manager in achieving departmental objectives. The successful candidate will also play an active role in identifying opportunities to improve sales performance, merchandising standards, customer service, route efficiency, and in-store execution across all assigned territories.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Key Responsibilities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide relief cover for Sales Representatives during leave, absence, or peak operational periods.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensure all assigned sales routes are serviced efficiently and customers receive the expected level of service.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Build and maintain strong customer relationships while promoting the company&#039;s products and services.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Identify opportunities to increase sales, improve product visibility, and maximise revenue across customer accounts.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Monitor stock levels at customer outlets and recommend appropriate ordering to minimise out-of-stock situations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensure merchandising standards are maintained, including product placement, shelf presentation, pricing, and promotional displays.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Observe market trends, competitor activities, pricing, and customer feedback, and communicate findings to management.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Identify operational inefficiencies affecting sales performance and recommend practical improvements.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Conduct regular visits to retail outlets to assess execution standards and identify opportunities to improve sales performance, route planning, customer service, merchandising, and operational efficiency.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work closely with Sales Representatives to implement best practices and maintain consistent service standards across all routes.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Coordinate with the Sales Executive / Small &amp;amp; Medium Manager to ensure effective route planning and customer coverage.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Assist in introducing new products, promotions, and marketing initiatives.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensure sales reports and customer records are completed accurately and submitted on time.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Support the onboarding and coaching of new Sales Representatives when required.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety procedures, and operational standards.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Carry out any other duties related to the role as assigned by management.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Requirements&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Applicants should possess:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Previous experience in FMCG sales, merchandising, or retail sales coordination.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Experience in managing customer relationships and achieving sales targets.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A strong understanding of merchandising principles and retail operations.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;A valid driving licence.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Strong organisational and planning abilities.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Commercial awareness and the ability to identify sales opportunities.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Good problem-solving and analytical skills.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;The ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Flexibility and adaptability to changing business requirements.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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