Purchasing Manager - Based at Head Office Rama 1, Bangkok

• Procure and source raw materials both domestically and internationally by developing chemical procurement strategies, negotiating contracts/prices, and monitoring global market trends (Sourcing)
• Manage suppliers by selecting, evaluating, and building good relationships with manufacturers and distributors
• Control regulations - Manage important documents (Safety Data Sheet - SDS, Certificate of Analysis - COA) and coordinate with the EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) team to ensure chemical procurement and storage comply with laws (REACH, OSHA, GHS)
• Verify import documents such as Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading (B/L), L/C (Letter of Credit), etc.
• Manage stock/inventory planning in collaboration with the production team to prevent stockouts or overstocking under hazardous material constraints
• Manage costs and risks, control budgets, analyze Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), logistics costs, storage, and prepare contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
• Work with R&D, production units, and logistics teams to support new product development
• Prepare various weekly/monthly/yearly reports to present to executives
• Coordinate with various related departments
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Bachelor's - Master's degree in any field 5+ years of experience (Experience in the chemical business / related businesses will be specially considered) Proficient in Microsoft Office and good English communication skills Experience in Import, Sourcing, Technical, Raw Material & Packaging, or factory equipment/machinery Basic knowledge of chemical regulations and safety standards Negotiation skills, contract management, supplier relationship management, and cost analysis/management skills Leadership skills, risk management, problem-solving, and interpersonal coordination skills