Role Description
A Purchasing Supervisor role primarily involves managing and overseeing the procurement process in an organization. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing effective purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers to secure the best prices and terms, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies. They supervise the purchasing team, monitor supplier performance, maintain accurate purchasing records, and continuously seek ways to improve the purchasing process. This role requires coordination with other departments to meet their procurement needs efficiently and support smooth operations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Minimum 3–5 years experience in procurement, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain, and vendor management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.