- Collaboration with R&D Teams: Proactively consult with R&D teams to establish performance criteria and specifications for newly designed components.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to finalize tooling and process for newly designed components. Procurement Management.
- Solely responsible for the procurement of newly designed components, machines, process equipment, and services before and after product commercialization
- Plan high-level procurement activities based on R&D goals.
- Source components strategically at economical prices and optimum quality. Supplier Management
- Purchase Order Processing: Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment. Enter order details into internal databases and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Research potential vendors and conduct market research to stay abreast of manufacturing trends. Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers and conduct supplier performance reviews.
- Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing
- Quality Assurance: Review purchased products' quality and ensure compliance with
industry standards. Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information, cost analyses, and invoices as per ISO standards.
- Logistics and Inventory Management:
- Accompany vendor visits and audits as required. Follow up on any pending matters with respective suppliers. Continuous Improvement
- Cost Saving Initiatives: Actively identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives in procurement processes and supplier negotiations. Implement strategies to achieve cost savings without
compromising quality or delivery timelines
SKIILS / COMPETENCIES NEEDED:
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with procurement software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of ISO standards and procurement best practices
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
