Develop and execute procurement strategies for aluminum systems, curtain wall materials, facade components, and subcontracted works.
Coordinate with engineering, planning, production, and project teams to forecast material requirements.
Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate cost trends for aluminum billets, profiles, glass, cladding, and hardware.
2. Supplier Sourcing & Management
Identify, qualify, and evaluate suppliers for aluminum profiles, facade systems, glazing, insulation, brackets, sealants, and accessories.
Maintain supplier databases and relationships with local and international vendors.
Perform supplier capability assessments, factory visits, and quality audits.
3. Tendering & Negotiation
Prepare RFQs, RFPs, and tender packages for materials and facade subcontractors.
Analyze technical and commercial aspects of quotations.
Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contract terms to achieve best value.
4. Contracting & Compliance
Draft and issue purchase orders, supply contracts, and service agreements.
Ensure adherence to project specifications, international facade standards, and company procurement policies.
Monitor supplier performance and enforce contractual obligations.
5. Logistics, Delivery & Coordination
Coordinate production lead times, extrusion schedules, glass delivery, powder coating/anodizing processes, and site delivery sequences.
Work with logistics teams on shipping, customs clearance, and timely delivery.
Address material shortages, damage claims, and quality issues.
6. Cost Control & Value Engineering
Track procurement budgets, cost savings, and cash-flow impacts.
Support value engineering initiatives without compromising facade performance or safety.
Monitor price fluctuations in aluminum, glass, and facade-related materials to manage procurement risks.
7. Collaboration & Reporting
Work closely with engineering, QA/QC, planning, production, and installation teams.
Provide regular procurement status reports and procurement schedules.
Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and digital tools (ERP/SCM systems).
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
5-10+ years of procurement experience in aluminum, curtain wall, facade, glazing, or metal fabrication industry.
Strong understanding of aluminum extrusion, facade systems, glazing processes, and related materials.
Experience with international sourcing and import/export processes.
Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software.
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong negotiation and contracting skills.
Deep technical understanding of facade and aluminum systems.
Supplier relationship and performance management.
Cost analysis and commercial acumen.
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple high-value procurement packages simultaneously.
Attention to detail and strong quality awareness.
Job Type: Full-time
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