Procurement Executive

You will be part of the team that supports Procurement and Inventory for the Group. Majority of your responsibilities will involve managing a spectrum of procurement process for direct and indirect material, as well as maintaining inventory levels.

Vendor Management:

• Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors to ensure reliable and cost-effective supply chain partnerships.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, terms, and conditions to achieve favorable agreements for the organization.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels and work with the inventory team to ensure optimal stock levels are maintained.
• Implement inventory control strategies to minimize waste and excess inventory.
• Assist in the development of inventory forecasts and demand planning.
• Assist in Annual Inventory Stock Count

Cost Analysis:

• Analyze procurement data and cost structures to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in budget management, tracking expenses, and ensuring procurement activities remain within budgetary constraints

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, laws, and regulations.
• Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks.
• Assist in conducting supplier audits to ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare reports on procurement activities, including supplier performance, cost savings, and inventory levels.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and correspondence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other departments, such as finance, operations, and logistics, to ensure seamless procurement operations.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide procurement support accordingly.

Qualifications and experience:

• Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain Management / Related Field
• At least 3 years of related experience
• Experience in manufacturing or materials trading field is advantageous
• Good command of English and Mandarin skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) to corresponds with Chinese Stakeholders/ Counterparts
• Candidate(s) with more experience will be considered for Asst. Managerial Role

Key skills:

• Experience with ERP systems
• Strong IT skills, specifically Excel for reporting, Word & PowerPoint
• Strong organisation and interpersonal skills
• Good listening, analytical and problem-solving skills

Personal Qualities:

• Proactive, driven and resilient
• Able to work independently and as part of cross-cultural team
• Meticulous, accurate and attention to detail
• Professional and calm