Our client is a well-established and growing consumer products business with regional operations.
They are looking for a Senior Procurement & Supply Chain Executive to manage end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities, covering supplier sourcing, negotiation, purchasing, inventory planning, logistics coordination, and import/export requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation, and relationship management to achieve competitive cost, quality, and reliability.
- Manage purchase orders and ensure timely procurement of products and materials.
- Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers to monitor shipments and resolve delays.
- Manage import/export documentation, including PI, PL/CIPL, COO, BL, HS codes, and Incoterms requirements.
- Monitor inventory levels, safety stock, lead times, and replacement parts availability.
- Support demand forecasting, new product launches, and procurement planning with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Engineering, and Logistics teams.
- Analyse purchasing, sales, inventory, and supplier performance data to support business decisions.
- Identify and implement cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.
- Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions where required.
- Ensure supplier invoices are properly verified and submitted for timely payment.
- Mentor junior team members and support the continuous improvement of procurement and supply chain processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 4–6 years of relevant procurement and supply chain experience.
- Experience in consumer products, manufacturing, furniture, automotive, or related industries is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of sourcing, supplier negotiation, inventory management, import/export, customs, and Incoterms.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Fluent in English and Mandarin, both written and spoken.
- Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willing to travel for supplier visits when required.