Sr Buyer

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Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the automotive or electronics industry (not food industry).
• Strong knowledge of planning and inventory control processes.
• Experience handling over 3,000 SKUs across multiple commodities.
• Proficient in MRP systems and reporting tools.
• Experience working with overseas suppliers and coordinating international logistics.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and supplier management skills.
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing suppliers by requesting, obtaining, and tracking quotations for regular production materials.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation (including PPV approvals) and ensure master data integrity.
• Manage high-risk suppliers and contracts.
• Analyze consumption trends and escalate major supply disruptions.
• Create and track purchase orders based on MRP analysis. Propose alternative solutions to mitigate material shortages.
• Monitor inventory levels, freight cost KPIs, and push back on MOQs that negatively affect inventory.
• Maintain past-due purchase orders and develop action plans for slow-moving or obsolete items.
• Coordinate with 3PL and plant warehouse teams to confirm material receipt and resolve any discrepancies.
• Follow up and update shortage reports. Provide delivery updates to internal stakeholders and support recovery plans with production control.
• Support the procurement department by providing necessary data, escalating supply constraints, and proposing alternatives when needed.
• Address invoice and order price mismatches.