Purchasing & Admin Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION

Taking charge of the procurement function, warehouse and inventory matters, the incumbent’s main responsibility is the sourcing, buying and negotiation of purchasing contracts and deals for the company. The role will oversee the entire portfolio of the company’s purchasing operations and management that will cover raw materials, packaging materials, equipment & spare parts and services sourced domestically and abroad. 

The candidate must be a person of integrity, a strong negotiator and highly organized. Since the incumbent is the face of the company when dealing with vendors, the successful candidate is expected to be a true professional with clear work ethics and excellent communication skills. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversees all aspects of purchasing, negotiations, inventory, strategy and process implementation related to goods and services for the organization.
• Negotiates favourable contractual terms and conditions with vendors or contractors. 
• Delivers on cost reduction commitments through the identification, development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Develops, implements and maintains procurement/contract policies and procedures and review on a regular basis to ensure conformance with best practices and in compliance with policies on service and quality levels.
• Analyses market dynamics in order to assess present and future material availability.
• Responsible to manage and oversee the entire warehouse and inventory operation
• Participates in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials.
• Adhere to company’s SOP and ability to make improvement in purchasing, warehouse and inventory processes
• Assists the New Product Development Team with the sourcing of new raw materials and setting of specifications as required

Key Attributes

• Have good knowledge of market research, along with solid analytical skills 
• Strong in building relationships with all-round people skills
• Team player and able to work on own initiative
• Professional, self-motivated and positive approach
• Proactive and able to work under pressure

Requirements

• At least 1 year working experience with University Degree or professional qualification preferably from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply, UK.
• Working experience gained from within a manufacturing environment.
• Possess good written and verbal skills in English/BM.
• Possess own transport and have the flexibility for travel.