Purchasing Assistant Manager

About The Job Purchasing Assistant Manager The Assistant Manager – Purchasing supports the Senior Manager in managing and optimizing purchasing operations by leading a team of buyers, executing procurement strategies, managing suppliers, and driving cost efficiency. The role ensures that purchasing activities are aligned with business objectives, budget targets, and compliance requirements, while delivering actionable insights to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities Purchasing Operations & Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and monitor the performance of buyers to ensure timely and accurate purchasing execution
• Oversee day-to-day purchasing operations for assigned categories or Share of Business
• Provide regular performance feedback and operational updates to the Senior Manager

Supplier Management & Strategic Sourcing

• Execute strategic sourcing initiatives for assigned suppliers and product lines
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular Business Reviews
• Participate in production facility visits and manage supplier-related issues and risks

Budget & Cost Management

• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and purchasing efficiency improvements
• Evaluate cost changes, monitor price variations, and support purchasing budget control
• Prepare cost analyses and recommendations aligned with financial targets

SKU Portfolio, Inventory & Market Support

• Review New SKU files for completeness, accuracy, and commercial viability
• Deliver insights to support SKU portfolio expansion decisions
• Assess proposals for managing slow-moving and aging inventory in coordination with stakeholders

Governance, Analytics & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Use data analytics to drive decisions on purchasing trends and supplier performance
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly purchasing reports
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements
• Support import quota and product restriction issues
• Manage procurement risks, including supply disruptions
• Provide feedback on QM reports and work closely with Warehouse, Finance, Legal, and Quality teams

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience in Merchandising or Purchasing
• Prior team leadership experience preferred

Competencies

• Execution and people leadership
• Commercial and analytical acumen
• Supplier and stakeholder management
• Compliance and risk awareness