Buyer

Key Responsibilities

1. Source and purchase direct and indirect materials based on production requirements, purchase requisitions, and approved specifications.
2. Issue purchase orders, follow up with suppliers, and ensure materials are delivered on time to support production schedules.
3. Monitor supplier delivery performance, pricing, quality issues, and service levels.
4. Liaise with Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Finance teams to resolve material shortages, delivery delays, invoice discrepancies, and supplier-related issues.
5. Negotiate pricing, lead time, payment terms, and delivery arrangements with suppliers to achieve cost effectiveness.
6. Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information, quotation comparison, and PO documentation.
7. Support cost reduction activities, supplier development, and alternative sourcing initiatives.
8. Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, approval limits, and audit requirements.
9. Coordinate with suppliers on material availability, urgent requirements, forecast changes, and shipment arrangements.
10. Assist in supplier evaluation, performance review, and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of purchasing or buyer experience, preferably in manufacturing environment.
• Good negotiation, coordination, and follow-up skills.
• Able to communicate effectively with internal departments and external suppliers.
• Familiar with ERP/MRP system will be an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of purchasing process, supplier management, and material planning.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and purchasing documentation.
• Able to work independently, handle urgency, and manage multiple priorities.