About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our client team which engaged in Garment Manufacturing (Japanese company), a leading manufacturing and logistics company based in Semarang, Central Java. As our Purchasing Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing our procurement processes to support the company's growth and efficiency objectives. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with a talented and collaborative group of professionals in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
What you'll be doing
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements.
- Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations
- Manage and lead the purchasing team
- Managing the purchase order process, including creating and approving purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and resolving any discrepancies
- Providing leadership and mentorship to the purchasing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
What we're looking for
- Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or trading company
- Strong ability in supplier sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
- Experience in managing a purchasing team and leading cross-department coordination.
- Solid understanding of market trends, cost analysis, and budgeting.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
- Minimum 5 years of proven experience in a purchasing or procurement management role, preferably within the manufacturing or logistics industry
- In-depth understanding of procurement best practices, including supply chain management, inventory control, and contract management
- Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is highly desirable
- Willing to work in Semarang