Purchasing Manager (Plantation) - Samarinda Based

About Our Client

Michael page is currently representing one of the largest plantation owners in Indonesia.

Job Description

• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers.
• Evaluate suppliers based on criteria such as quality, reliability, cost, and compliance.
• Establish a vendor selection process that includes requests for proposals (RFPs) or requests for quotations (RFQs) as needed.
• Negotiate contracts with selected suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Include clauses for delivery schedules, quality standards, pricing mechanisms, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with legal counsel if necessary to review and finalize contracts.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with key suppliers.
• Schedule regular meetings with suppliers to discuss performance, issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Implement inventory management systems to track stock levels and reorder points.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, minimizing stockouts and excess inventory.
• Monitor market pricing trends and conduct cost analysis to identify opportunities for savings.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers to secure competitive rates.
• Implement cost-saving strategies such as bulk purchasing, supplier consolidation, or value engineering.
• Develop risk mitigation plans to address identified risks proactively.
• Maintain alternate supplier options and contingency plans to minimize disruptions.
• Engage with various departments to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
• Align purchasing strategies with departmental goals and overall company objectives.
• Foster communication and collaboration to ensure efficient procurement processes.
• Regularly review procurement processes and procedures to identify areas for optimization.
• Implement improvements to enhance work rate, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Create budgets for procurement activities, including material purchases and supplier contracts.
• Verify all documents related to procurement activities, including purchase orders, invoices, and contracts.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation for payment preparation and record-keeping purposes.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the agriculture or plantation industry.
• Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to drive cost savings and optimize supplier relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and ethical sourcing standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong vendor relationships.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth and development opportunities within our organization.