Purchasing Import Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and control end-to-end purchasing activities for local and import procurement across multiple legal entities (multi-company / multi-PT).
• Conduct price comparisons, cost analysis, payment terms review.
• Prepare and analyze Purchase Reports for management review.
• Issue, monitor, and control Purchase Orders (PO) in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Handle end-to-end import processes including order placement, shipment scheduling, customs clearance, and final delivery.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all import–export documentation.
• Coordinate closely with freight forwarders, shipping lines, EMKL, customs brokers, and customs authorities to ensure smooth import operations.
• Resolve customs clearance issues, shipment delays, regulatory changes, and compliance matters related to import/export activities.
• Build, maintain, and develop long-term relationships with foreign and domestic vendors.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend new international suppliers to support business growth and cost efficiency.
• Plan purchasing activities based on demand forecast, production planning, and inventory requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery accuracy, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
• Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement plans with suppliers when performance issues arise.
• Review, develop, and improve purchasing policies, SOPs, and internal controls related to import and local procurement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, government regulations, and international trade regulations.
• Manage purchasing documentation and records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Lead, manage, and develop the purchasing/import team to achieve department targets.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as Finance, Warehouse, and Operations across multiple companies.
• Provide regular reports and strategic recommendations to management.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree (S1) in any discipline
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Import Purchasing, with at least 3 years in a managerial role (Purchasing Import Manager)
• Strong expertise in importation tasks and procedures, including customs clearance, shipment handling, and import documentation
• Proven experience handling import–export activities for multiple companies (multi-PT environment)
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written
• Extensive experience dealing with international suppliers and foreign vendors
• Strong negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
• Smart, proactive, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and possess excellent interpersonal skills