Job Summary: Assist the Procurement Manager to purchase goods or services for the organization whether for internal use or for re-sale. Ensures employer obtains quality products for competitive prices in a timely fashion. Plays an integral role in ensuring a company sticks to budgets and operates profitably. Assist the Procurement manager for the overall procurement plan and strategies for the organization.

Job Responsibilities:  Liaise with key company employees to determine their products and services needs.  Monitors business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times.  Nurtures relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for the company.  Identifies and researches potential new suppliers.  Research for new products and services to meet the company’s goals.  Assesses total costs of company purchases.  Develops and implements strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and maintaining stock levels.  Oversees a team of Procurement Executives.  Reports to the Procurement Manager.  Perform any other ad-hoc task assigned by Superior or Management.

Job Requirements:  Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree Logistic / Transportation, Business Studies / Administration / Management, or its equivalent.  At least 3 – 4 year(s) of working experience in purchasing; comprehensive knowledge in strategic procurement.  Has overall procurement experience/knowledge (eg, sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, designing & enhancing procurement related SOP etc).