Purchasing Manager

About the role

Lead and manage sourcing and purchasing activities for sheet metal, stamping, machining, electrical components, raw materials, hardware, and other production-related materials. Report to Managing Director and work closely with Production, Planning, Engineering and other departments to ensure materials are purchased according to production requirements and company objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage sourcing and purchasing activities for sheet metal, stamping, machining, electrical components, raw materials, hardware, and other production-related materials.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop new local and overseas suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, capacity, and delivery performance.
• Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving and alternative sourcing opportunities.
• Lead price negotiation, contract terms, payment terms, MOQ, lead time, and other commercial conditions with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain a reliable supplier base to support production requirements and business growth.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of cost, quality, delivery, capacity, and responsiveness, and drive corrective actions where required.
• Review material requirements, purchase requisitions, and supplier quotations to ensure appropriate sourcing and purchasing decisions.
• Manage supplier quotation comparison, cost analysis, and purchasing decisions to achieve the best overall value.
• Monitor material availability, supplier lead times, and potential supply risks; take proactive action to prevent production disruptions.
• Lead and develop the Purchasing team, including work allocation, performance management, and staff development.

About you

• Minimum 4+ years experience in purchasing/procurement, with strong hands-on experience in sourcing and supplier development.
• Strong experience in sourcing metal materials, sheet metal, stamping, machining, electrical components, hardware or other manufacturing-related materials.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, quotation comparison, cost analysis, price negotiation, and supplier evaluation.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and supply chain practices.
• Good negotiation, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to identify cost reduction opportunities and develop alternative suppliers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with ERP/MRP systems.
• Good command of English and Chinese for local and overseas suppliers.