Purchaser

Job Description & Requirements

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing administration and end-to-end order processing.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies to achieve cost efficiency and quality standards.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, credit terms, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor procurement costs and prepare accurate cost forecasts.
• Manage vendor development and performance evaluation based on quality, delivery reliability, and cost competitiveness.
• Source quotations and coordinate closely with suppliers, manufacturers and internal sales team.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in the furniture trade, preferably in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Bilingual in Chinese, capable of communicating effectively with overseas suppliers and business partners.
• Strong background in purchasing, inventory, or materials management.
• Knowledge of import and export freight processes is an added advantage.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and able to solve problems effectively.
• Strong planning, organizational, and prioritization abilities.