Key Responsibilities:

1. Supplier Management

Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery performance.

Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and performance reviews.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure consistent supply and quality.

Support supplier development initiatives to improve capability and compliance.

2. Procurement & Negotiation

Request and evaluate quotations (RFQs/RFPs) from multiple sources.

Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and lead times to achieve optimal cost savings.

Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and procurement procedures.

Issue purchase orders and monitor order fulfillment to ensure timely delivery.

3. Cost & Data Analysis

Perform cost analysis and benchmarking to identify savings opportunities.

Track market trends, raw material cost fluctuations, and supplier capacity.

Maintain sourcing databases and update cost comparisons for management reporting.

4. Cross-functional Collaboration

Work closely with Engineering, Planning, and Quality teams to ensure supplier alignment on technical and quality requirements.

Support new product introduction (NPI) by sourcing new components and materials.

Coordinate with logistics and finance teams to ensure smooth import/export and payment processes.

5. Continuous Improvement

Identify cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.

Support sustainability and localization projects to optimize sourcing strategy.

Assist in developing and maintaining sourcing KPIs (cost, quality, delivery performance).

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.

2–5 years of working experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain (manufacturing environment preferred).

Strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Good understanding of supply chain principles, cost structure, and supplier management.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.