Purchaser - #1166391

Job Summary

The Purchaser is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating the timely delivery of materials, components, and services required to support production, project execution, and business operations. The role ensures procurement activities are carried out efficiently while achieving cost competitiveness, quality standards, and delivery commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

• Source and procure local and overseas materials, components, and services.

• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (POs) accurately and promptly.

• Monitor order status and ensure on-time delivery to meet production and project schedules.

• Coordinate with suppliers on quotations, pricing, lead times, and order confirmations.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules where appropriate.

• Ensure purchased materials comply with company specifications and quality requirements.

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.

• Evaluate supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, pricing, and responsiveness.

• Resolve delivery delays, shortages, quality issues, and discrepancies with suppliers.

• Support supplier sourcing and qualification for new products and projects.

Inventory & Material Planning

• Monitor inventory levels and replenish stock according to purchasing plans.

• Prevent material shortages, over-purchasing, and obsolete inventory.

• Coordinate with the warehouse regarding incoming materials and stock availability.

• Assist with stock counts and inventory accuracy initiatives.

Documentation & Administration

• Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier databases.

• Verify supplier invoices against Purchase Orders and Delivery Orders before submission.

• Follow company procurement procedures and approval workflows.

• Prepare procurement reports, purchasing analysis, and expenditure summaries.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Sales, Project Management, Production, Warehouse, and Finance departments.

• Support project material planning and urgent purchasing requirements.

• Ensure procurement activities align with project timelines and customer expectations.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.

• Support procurement digitalization initiatives and system enhancements.

Participate in supplier performance reviews and strategic sourcing activities.