Procurement Executive

Job Responsibilities

• Sourcing and procure of raw materials & services necessary for the manufacturing or trading of products or services;
• Support the Sales Quote Process by submitting Project Costing for new projects to individual Sales Engineers or their Managers for their final costing;
• Prepare and maintain product Bill of Materials (BOM) costing.
• Negotiate with existing &prospective suppliers for the best terms & conditions and maintain relationships on strategic or critical supplies;
• Evaluate existing suppliers as needed & Qualify New potential suppliers for their suitability and capabilities;
• Support localization programs and initiate cost-reduction activities set by the management from time to time or on a regular basis and to meet those targets.
• Work with various departments on the smooth kick-off of projects and NPI (New product introduction) such as procuring and buying initial lot to support new projects.
• Follow up on order confirmations and delivery schedules.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews.
• Conduct price comparisons and cost analysis.
• Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Minimum Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in a similar role.
• Working experience in a manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required to handle business correspondence, communicate with Mandarin-speaking suppliers, and follow up with existing customers who primarily communicate in Mandarin.
• Good interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, with strong numerical and analytical skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling data and figures.
• Experience in managing and coordinating with both local and overseas suppliers.
• Knowledge of import/export procedures and shipping arrangements will be an added advantage.
• Relevant qualifications in Purchasing, Logistics or Supply Chain Management will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good commercial awareness and cost-consciousness, with the ability to evaluate pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities.