Purchasing Executive

About the role

Handle day-to-day purchasing activities and coordinate purchase orders. Source and evaluate suppliers based on pricing, quality and availability. Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery schedules where required. Monitor purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on delivery status. Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records. Coordinate with warehouse, operations and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of goods. Monitor inventory requirements and assist with replenishment planning. Resolve purchasing and supplier-related issues promptly. Assist management in identifying potential suppliers and sourcing opportunities. Perform other purchasing-related duties as assigned.

Key responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day purchasing activities and coordinate purchase orders
• Source and evaluate suppliers based on pricing, quality and availability
• Obtain and compare quotations from suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery schedules where required
• Monitor purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on delivery status
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records
• Coordinate with warehouse, operations and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of goods
• Monitor inventory requirements and assist with replenishment planning
• Resolve purchasing and supplier-related issues promptly
• Assist management in identifying potential suppliers and sourcing opportunities

About you

• 2–5 years of relevant purchasing or procurement experience
• Experience in trading, distribution or supply chain environment is an advantage
• Good negotiation and supplier management skills
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Good communication and organisational abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work independently and manage multiple purchasing activities