Prepare and issue Request for Quotation (RFQs), obtain offers, and clarify and negotiate with suppliers.
Prepare purchase orders based on verified specifications, terms and conditions, material codes and prices.
Check up-to-date lead times from suppliers, track delivery schedules, verify manufacturing readiness at suppliers.
Coordinate with internal teams/suppliers for on-time project execution schedules, participate in issue resolution with suppliers as needed, and support effective recovery plans.
Manage proper communication with the suppliers and monitor and expedite orders.
Drive key metrics around PO cycle time, on-time delivery, and on-time payments.
Effective coordination with suppliers and internal project teams/stakeholders.
Create payment tracking and invoice analysis tracking/invoice analysis.
Support payments to suppliers and work closely with Accounts Payables on resolutions.
Ensure compliance to procurement processes and practices.
Requirements:
Bachelor\'s Degree from an accredited university or college
Minimum 5 to 6 years in Procurement (must have handled min 3-4 projects)
Minimum 2 years SAP/ ERP experience
Proven experience in Procurement process
Strong negotiation skills
Excellent communication skills
Desired Characteristics:
Good knowledge in Source to Pay Procurement
Strong problem-solving skills
Demonstrated capability of working in a team, prioritizing, multi-tasking, and organizing
Strong quantitative, analytical and MS Excel skills