Buyer

• Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement management concept in the company.
• Exercise integrity in the management of vendors
• Compliance of procedures.
• Adhere strictly to the authorization limits by the approving authority.
• Source for or develop competent vendors to meet quality, cost, and service level: through judicious and ethical Procurement practice.
• Analyse quotations and determine the most suitable vendor.
• Negotiate optimal purchasing terms and conditions.
• Create and maintain purchasing master data in the ERP.
• Maintain other required procurement related data.
• Administer changes in purchasing specification, price, and procedure.
• Run Purchase Requisition report, plan order release in a timely manner.
• Purchase direct materials, services, machinery, and equipment at minimum cost consistent with delivery and quality requirements.
• Manage restrictions on materials which would prohibit purchase.
• Liaise closely with Planner on production plan, review production material usage forecast, regulate supply to meet demand.
• Escalate and suggest alternative supply routes or materials if supply gap arises.
• Optimise inventory holding.
• Any other duties as and when assigned
• Take reasonable care of workplace health and safety; abide by all EHS policies and procedures; cooperate with Management and colleagues in EHS initiatives

• Diploma or Degree in Supply chain, Engineering or Business administration
• 1-3 years of related experience
• Good in general administration, process workflow of Procurement
• Knowledge of ISO9001/ISO13485 Quality Management System related to Purchasing process is an advantage
• Basic IT skills (MS Office)
• Preferably with experience in SAP Materials Management
• Independent, good initiative and able to multi-task in fast paced environment
• Harmonious, productive working relationships with other departments

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