Buyer

Responsibilities

·  Manage the complete purchasing cycle from requirement to delivery, including supplier selection, assessment, and audits.

·  Read and interpret technical drawings with a strong understanding of materials, processes, and manufacturing principles.

·  Track raw material pricing and market trends, particularly various grades of steel.

·  Conduct zero-based costing and cost analysis for procurement activities.

·  Negotiate complex terms and conditions with suppliers, ensuring cost efficiency.

·  Perform supplier capacity planning, scheduling, and monthly forecasting.

·  Handle local dispatches and procurement through MM for projects.

·  Support pre-sales activities by obtaining quotations as per RFQs.

·  Oversee inventory management and support WMS implementation.

·  Coordinate procurement activities with teams in Japan and Germany and contribute to Asia supply chain proposals.

·  Manage procurement of mechanical, electrical, and electronic bought-out parts, as well as factory and utility-related spare parts.

·  Monitor and forecast demand levels while tracking inventory.

·  Ensure on-time, in-full (OTIF) supplier deliveries through strong follow-up.

·  Drive product localization and sourcing initiatives.

·  Develop and evaluate vendors, including annual rate contracts.

·  Provide fact-based advice and conduct market/industry analysis.

·  Identify and mitigate procurement risks.

Requirements

·  6–8 years of experience in purchasing within automotive and manufacturing industries.

·  Knowledge of machining, fabrication, painting, and related costing parameters.

·  Strong understanding of MRP and production planning; SAP experience preferred.

·  Familiarity with the P2P process.

·  Experience in vendor evaluation, vendor development, and supplier networking.

·  Proficiency in MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SAP.

·  Experience implementing procurement systems.

Skills

·  Excellent negotiation and problem-solving skills.

·  Strong communication skills with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

·  Ability to meet or exceed milestones.

·  Effective risk management and issue resolution.

·  Strong supplier database and industry networking.

·  Driven, detail-oriented, and proactive in procurement activities.