Sourcing Agent

Job Summary

The Sourcing Agent is responsible for identifying and qualifying new suppliers, supporting new business opportunities, negotiating supplier agreements, and driving cost-saving initiatives. The role works closely with internal and overseas teams to ensure successful project implementation, improve supplier performance, and promote sourcing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify potential new sources
• Work closely with local sales and overseas teams to support all new business quoting activity
• Review and negotiate supplier contracts, agreements and other terms and conditions
• Identifies opportunities for sourcing excellence and cost savings and drive through to implementation
• Ensure complete follow through of all new project implementations
• Develop best sourcing practices to improve supplier performance

Requirements

• Previous 2+ years of experience in a sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain role.

• Experience working with suppliers and managing sourcing activities within a manufacturing, logistics, or commercial environment.

• Proven track record of identifying and onboarding new suppliers.

• Experience supporting quotation and tender processes for new business opportunities.

• Understanding of procurement best practices and supplier performance management.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across local and international teams.

• Good project management skills with the ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Desired Skills

• Strong negotiation and commercial awareness skills.
• Ability to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and international teams.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.