Key Responsibilities
- Receive purchase requests and ensure all specifications and requirements are complete and accurate.
- Identify suitable suppliers and establish relationships with new vendors.
- Obtain quotations from suppliers and negotiate pricing, discounts, and commercial terms.
- Prepare price comparisons, evaluate supplier proposals, and issue purchase orders.
- Follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and receipt of goods at warehouses.
- Resolve issues related to non-conforming or defective materials and coordinate corrective actions with suppliers.
Maintain strong and professional relationships with suppliers to ensure continuous support and service quality.
Conduct supplier site visits and vendor evaluations when required.
Prepare and submit procurement performance reports, highlight challenges, and recommend process improvement initiatives.
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approved budgets.
- Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and sourcing opportunities to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. High School Diploma holders with relevant experience may also be considered.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement or supply chain activities for Diploma holders, or 6 years of experience for High School Diploma holders.
- Good knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and purchasing procedures.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and electronic procurement platforms is preferred.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze quotations, compare supplier offers, and make cost-effective purchasing decisions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement requests simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Skills & Competencies
- Procurement & Purchasing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Vendor Sourcing
- Negotiation Skills
- Cost Analysis & Budget Control
- Purchase Order Management
- Market Research
- ERP Systems Knowledge
- Communication & Reporting
- Analytical Thinking
Preferred Language
- Good command of English for reviewing quotations, contracts, and commercial correspondence.