PURCHASING OFFICER

About the role

This role involves sourcing, identifying and liaising with suppliers to support the company's purchasing requirements. You will compare supplier quotations, market prices, quality and terms to obtain the best value for the company, and negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery arrangements with suppliers.

Key responsibilities

• Source, identify and liaise with suppliers to support the company's purchasing requirements
• Compare supplier quotations, market prices, quality and terms to obtain the best value for the company
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery arrangements with suppliers
• Handle purchase requests, purchase orders and related purchasing documentation accurately and on time
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure goods are delivered according to the required quantity, quality and timeline
• Monitor current market prices and identify alternative suppliers when necessary
• Prepare and maintain purchasing records, price comparisons and purchasing reports for management review
• Coordinate closely with the Accounts and Operations teams on purchasing, payment and delivery matters
• Conduct supplier visits, market sourcing and other field-based purchasing activities when required
• Travel to suppliers, markets and other locations for sourcing, purchasing and operational purposes

About you

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field
• Minimum 1 year of working experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Supply Chain or a related role
• Good communication, supplier coordination and negotiation skills
• Able to compare prices, evaluate suppliers and negotiate competitive pricing and terms
• Detail-oriented, responsible, proactive and able to work independently with minimum supervision
• Comfortable with both office-based and field-based purchasing activities
• Willing to travel frequently for supplier visits, sourcing, market surveys and other purchasing-related activities
• Possess own transportation and a valid driving licence
• Flexible and able to adjust working arrangements according to operational and purchasing requirements