Purchasing Manager

Overview

Join our team as a Purchasing Specialist and play a vital role in optimizing our procurement processes! As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the acquisition of goods and services essential to our operations. Your expertise will ensure timely delivery, cost efficiency, and quality standards, contributing to our company's success. If you have a keen eye for detail, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for streamlining supply chain operations, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilites

• Sourcing and selecting suppliers: Identifying potential vendors, evaluating their capabilities, and selecting those that best meet the company's needs in terms of quality, price, and reliability.
• Negotiating contracts and terms: Negotiating pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other contract terms with suppliers to achieve favorable agreements while minimizing costs and risks.
• Managing supplier relationships: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure open communication, resolve issues promptly, and collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Procurement process management: Overseeing the entire procurement process, from requisition to payment, ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Inventory management: Monitoring inventory levels, optimizing stock levels to meet demand while minimizing excess or obsolete inventory, and ensuring timely replenishment of goods.
• Cost control and savings: Implementing cost-saving strategies, such as bulk purchasing, negotiating discounts, and identifying alternative suppliers or materials to reduce procurement costs without sacrificing quality.
• Quality assurance: Ensuring that purchased goods and services meet quality standards and specifications through vendor evaluation, inspection, and quality control processes.
• Data analysis and reporting: Utilizing procurement software and systems to analyze spending patterns, track supplier performance, and generate reports to support decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Compliance and risk management: Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and ethical practices, as well as identifying and mitigating risks associated with procurement activities.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborating with internal stakeholders, such as finance, operations, and supply chain management, to align procurement activities with business goals, optimize processes, and support overall organizational success.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelors degree With min GPA 3.2 from reputable university
• Age < 30 Years Old is preferable
• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) to communicate with Mandarin-speaking suppliers.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and cost analysis expertise.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of organization.
• Available for international business travel

Function of the Department

Purchasing team within our company involves strategically sourcing, negotiating, and managing the acquisition of goods and services essential for operations, ensuring timely availability, cost optimization, and quality standards adherence to support organizational objectives and growth.