Assistant Overseas Purchasing Manager (สุขุมวิท 64)

• Supervise and manage the overseas purchasing team to ensure operations are aligned with company policies and run efficiently.
• Control and negotiate with freight forwarders and shipping agents regarding pricing, shipment schedules, and coordination with shippers and consignees for import shipments.
• Analyze and negotiate product pricing, payment terms, conditions, and delivery lead times with overseas suppliers.
• Monitor and prepare reports to ensure on-time inbound delivery performance.
• Ensure that the purchasing department's operations comply with internal workflows and procurement procedures, and provide guidance to the team in case of issues or questions.
• Initiate, lead, and manage cost saving projects by identifying opportunities for alternative sourcing, optimizing logistics costs, improving supplier terms, and streamlining procurement processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of cost reduction strategies with operational goals.
• Report on purchasing performance, highlight issues and risks, and propose solutions and improvement plans to the Purchasing Manager.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in any related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in overseas purchasing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Experience in the trading business is an advantage. Strong command of English (spoken, written, and listening). Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Strong leadership ability, with a proactive mindset and problem-solving skills. Experience in handling cost optimization or cost saving initiatives will be considered an advantage. Experience with SAP is a plus.