Purchase executive / Purchase engineer

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES : 

1. Manage the procurement of raw materials, fasteners, consumables, packaging materials and outsourced manufacturing components.
2. Identify, evaluate and develop new suppliers and vendors.
3. Obtain competitive quotations and prepare comparative statements.
4. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and commercial conditions.
5. Prepare purchase orders against approved purchase requisitions.
6. Maintain an updated outstanding purchase order tracker.
7. Conduct regular follow-ups with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
8. Coordinate with production and stores departments to understand material requirements and stock availability.
9. Monitor raw material prices and identify cost-saving opportunities.
10. Coordinate outside processing activities, including galvanising, zinc plating and fabrication.
11. Work with the quality department to resolve material rejections and supplier-related issues.
12. Coordinate with the accounts department regarding supplier invoices and payments.
13. Maintain vendor performance records based on quality, pricing and delivery performance.
14. Prepare weekly purchase reports and present updates to management.
15. Develop alternative suppliers to reduce dependency on individual vendors.