Job Description & Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Negotiate and secure optimal pricing for first article items and regular production materials.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff on procurement activities
- Facilitate first article approval and maintain accurate purchase information records.
- Collaborate with suppliers, Quality, and Production teams to resolve quality, delivery, and supply issues.
- Generate shortage reports in SAP, prepare delivery schedules, and communicate them to suppliers in a timely manner.
- Ensure rejected items are either replaced with correct parts or appropriately credited via issued Credit Notes.
- Conduct timely audits of existing suppliers and assess potential new suppliers for qualification.
- Ensure compliance with company Quality, EHS policies, and safety regulations, and promptly report any EHS-related concerns.
Requirements:
- Diploma or Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
- International sourcing experience is strongly preferred.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Solid understanding of legal terminology related to supplier/vendor agreements and contracts.
- Experience in BOM cost management and part/product costing analysis.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, set clear goals, and ensure successful execution of commodity strategies.
- Strong analytical capability, with proficiency in data interpretation and dashboards.
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office, Excel.
