Purchase Officer

Responsibilities

·        Researching and evaluating potential packaging vendors.

·        Ensuring stock availability and placing orders as and when required.

·        Handle import PO and supporting import custom clear, supporting all import goods related compliance documents application and submit

·        Familiar with logistic & its related supplier, supporting E-commerce logistic develop &cost maintenance

·        Comparing the prices of different vendors for gaining maximum ROI.

·        Negotiating contracts on reasonable terms for pricing and supply.

·        Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices.

·        Issuing purchase reports including the cost analysis.

·        Resolving shipments in error with suppliers.

·        Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses.

·        Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.

·        Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up to date with industry trends.

·        Should work with the team members, managers, and supervisors to formulate purchasing policies, plans, and procedures. 

·        Should be able to collaborate with the financial team members to set the required budgets. 

·        Visit local dealers on a regular basis to peruse new inventory and maintain positive working relationships with those vendors.

·        Staying up to date with the latest market and industry trends.

Requirements

·        Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Management, or relevant field.

·        Proven track record of working as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent, Purchasing Manager or a similar role.

·        Strong understanding of purchasing processes and policies.

·        Excellent negotiation skills.

·        Ability to accurately review the contracts.

·        Ability to manage time effectively.

·        Good problem-solving skills.

·        Good oral and written communication skills.

·        Strong organizational skills.

·        Exceptional customer service skills.

Critical Key Skills:

·        Strong Logistics/Transport Negotiation Skills across Rail/Air/FTL/LCL/Courier modes.

·        Experience of Import Processes

·        Knowledge of Liaison for various Licenses like WPC/BIS/L&M/IGCR/E-WASTE/EPR…etc.

·        Knowledge of Waste Management Compliance.

·        Knowledge of Licenses for PIMS, SIMS, CHIMS…etc. for individual imports.

·        Experience in the areas of Procurement of C class items like Packing Materials and Assets.

·        Warehouse Negotiations and Warehouse Compliance.