Senior Purchasing & Procurement Executive

About the role

This role involves developing and implementing sourcing strategies to ensure timely acquisition of raw materials, packaging supplies, and other necessary items for production. You will identify potential suppliers, conduct evaluations, and negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure timely acquisition of raw materials, packaging supplies, machine spare parts and other necessary items for production and logistic
• Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to secure favorable terms and conditions
• Perform PR and PO for supplier
• Perform stock count during month end
• Cultivate strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration, trust, and open communication
• Monitor supplier performance against established KPIs, addressing any issues or concerns proactively to maintain quality and reliability of supply
• Work closely with suppliers to resolve disputes, manage lead times, and implement supplier development initiatives to drive continuous improvement
• Streamline the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and procedures
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, inventory management, and finance, to align procurement activities with business objectives and production schedules
• Monitor and analyze procurement costs, variances, and budget utilization, identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve cost-effectiveness

About you

• Minimum Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing department within manufacturing industry, preferably in the corrugated packaging industry or any related fast moving manufacturing sectors
• Strong communication skill
• Excellent negotiation skill with a track record of successfully managing supplier relationships
• Proficiency in ERP system and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, industry regulations, and quality standards relevant to the manufacturing sector
• Basic knowledge of ISO 9001 & ISO14001
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision