PURCHASING EXECUTIVE

Job Description & Requirements

. Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs

. Research potential vendors

. Track orders and ensure timely delivery

. Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)

. Conduct market research to identify pricing trends

. Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices

. Prepare cost analyses

. Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts

. Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders

. Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition

. Maintain strong working relationships with our vendors

. Review purchasing agreements with vendors and maintain open lines of communications with those vendors

. Develop an active process for measuring supply inventory and determining purchasing needs based on quarterly and annual numbers

. Stay up to date with industry trends and establish long-term purchasing arrangements with vendors when it is beneficial to the company

. Compare product deliveries with issued purchase orders and contact vendors when there are discrepancies

. Perform other duties as requested by management

Requirements

. Proven work experience as a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer or similar role

. Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)

. Understanding of supply chain procedures

. Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses

. Knowledge of market research

. Experience in import and export of materials and machineries is required

. Excellent communication and negotiation skills

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