Job description
- Forecasting levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels;
- Conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules, and quality;
- Identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with them;
- Negotiating contracts and monitoring their progress, checking the quality of service provided;
- Producing reports and statistics using computer software weekly, monthly, and an annual report to his direct supervisor;
- Evaluating bids and making recommendations based on commercial and technical factors;
- Training and supervising the work of other members of staff;
- Tracking and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness;
- Performing cost and scenario analysis, benchmarking, and risk management.
Job Requirement
- Four-year university degree or similar level of knowledge and experience;
- Good English skill both speaking and writing;
- 7 -10 years management experience in purchasing in international companies;
- Good knowledge of technical and equipment purchase, understanding of production equipment and spare parts is an advantage;
- Able to handle international purchasing;
- Analytical skills and commercial awareness, problem analysis and resolution;
- A flair for negotiation and networking, leadership, and influencing skills;
- Quality orientation and attention to detail, systems and continuous improvement orientation;
- Thorough understanding of Office applications;
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures, safety, quality control, and performance management.
Required Job Skills
senior
procurement
forecasting
research
delivery
schedules
monitoring
statistics
computer
software
technical
training
metrics
analysis
benchmarking