This position is responsible to support business by ensuring timely procurement of RM/PM while ensuring quality and best service standards. The incumbent is also responsible to ensure that contracts with local and overseas vendors are renewed and managed on time.

Roles & Responsibilities

· To execute Purchase Strategy, Policies, Systems, Processes and Metrics as laid down by Central Purchase, in the Business Unit.

· To establish MOQ’s for RM/PM and the reorder inventory levels based on lead times and consumption.

· To ensure call ups of centrally contracted Purchase Orders are as per production needs.

· For sourcing/selecting and negotiating with suppliers for local purchases including long term contracts.

· To optimize the service and quality elements of contracts, identify areas of improvement, engage pro-actively with suppliers and manufacturing to implement these improvements. 

· To support initiatives of central purchase in vendor development and material specifications.

KPIs

• Buying within budget prices
• Risk Mitigation of Supplies
• Working capital management
• Material availability

Skills

• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing, and purchasing cycle
• Ability to establish MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) and reorder levels based on consumption & lead time
• Skilled in vendor evaluation, negotiation, and contract management
• Ability to manage local and overseas suppliers
• Proficiency in ERP systems
• Strong analytical skills for costing, price comparison, and budget adherence