Junior Strategic Procurement (SEA)- Chemical background

Job description

• Prepare and issue
• Request for Quotation( RFQs), obtain offers, clarify, negotiate with suppliers
• Create requests for new supplier onboarding in ARIBA , SAP and Vendor data maintenance Prepare Purchase orders based on verified specifications, Terms and conditions, Material codes & Prices
• Check for lead times from suppliers, Track delivery schedules, verify Manufacturing readiness at suppliers Co-ordinate with internal teams/supplier for ontime Material delivery, participate in issue resolution with suppliers as needed, support effective recovery plans.
• Manage proper communication with the suppliers, monitor and expedite
• Orders Travel to supplier location for Order expedition as required
• Coordinate with logistics and suppliers to ensure on time shipment and follow up where required
• Drives key metrics around PO cycle time, on-time delivery, on-time payments, payment term improvement Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, resulting in streamlined Purchase Order (PO) cycle times and enhanced operational accuracy such as PO automation project
• Supports payments to suppliers and work closely with Accounts Payable on resolutions
• Ensure compliance to procurement processes and practices

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college At least 4 Yrs in Procurement Good Negotiation skills SAP Knowledge MS office/Google Sheets knowledge Self-governed and motivated to perform tasks within established guidelines Highly organized with the ability to multitask and deal with rapidly changing priorities/ambiguity Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with senior management and suppliers Time management