Responsibilities
- Manage daily procurement activities for materials, equipment, spare parts and services.
- Review MRP requirements and plan purchases based on demand, inventory levels and lead times.
- Source and evaluate local and overseas suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery, reliability to meet required specifications.
- Obtain quotations, conduct price comparisons and negotiate pricing and commercial terms.
- Prepare POs and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
- Monitor inventory levels, open POs and material shortages to ensure sufficient stock availability.
- Coordinate with Sales, Operations, Warehouse and Technical teams on material requirements.
- Resolve supplier issues relating to pricing, quality, quantity and delivery.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information in the system.
- Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and alternative sourcing.
- Support project/product sourcing and other procurement activities as required.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant procurement/purchasing experience.
- Experience in MRP, inventory planning and ERP systems preferred.
- Experience in industrial, engineering or technical products will be an advantage.
- Good negotiation, analytical and supplier management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Able to work independently with good communication and coordination skills.
