Job Description

Factory looking for a Purchasing Manager is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services for an organization. This involves developing and executing purchasing strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring that all procurement activities are both cost-effective and aligned with the company's business goals.

Responsibilities:

Strategic planning: Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies to maximize savings, improve efficiency, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Vendor management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed. They negotiate contracts, build strong, long-term relationships, and monitor vendor performance.

Negotiations: Craft and implement negotiation strategies to secure optimal terms and pricing for goods and services.

Cost analysis: Track and report on key functional metrics to reduce expenses. This includes conducting cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking against industry standards.

Budgeting: Oversee and manage the purchasing department's budget, ensuring all purchases are within financial constraints.

Inventory control: Collaborate with other departments to monitor inventory levels, forecast demand, and implement inventory management strategies to avoid shortages or excesses.

Compliance and risk management: Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and regulatory requirements. They also assess, manage, and mitigate procurement risks.

Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage the purchasing team, providing guidance and fostering a high-performance culture.

Reporting: Prepare and present reports on purchasing activities, performance metrics, and cost savings to senior leadership.

Required skills and qualifications:

Education: A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field is typically required.

Experience: Proven work experience as a Purchasing Manager, requiring 3-5 years of progressive experience in procurement.

Technical expertise: Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes. Proficiency in ERP systems, purchasing software, and data analysis tools is often required.

Negotiation: A knack for negotiation and a proven ability to close deals with optimal terms.

Leadership: Strong leadership capabilities with experience in team management and coaching.

Analytical skills: The ability to gather and analyze data, perform cost analyses, and make data-driven decisions.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and executives.

Decision-making: Solid judgment and decision-making skills to evaluate options and choose the best suppliers. Please sent your CV to hrfactory2025@gmail.com

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Job Type: Full-time