Purchasing Buyer

Description

• Temporary position - Maternity Leave Replacement.
• Generate purchase orders, send them to suppliers, receive confirmation from the supplier & update all in the system, according to company procedures.
• Monitor and control the supply and fulfillment of approved purchase orders.
• Identify and select suppliers according to the company's needs, monitor supplier performance, and handle product returns to suppliers. Documenting of the process for supplier audits.
• Approve supplier invoices and manage payment requests to suppliers, cooperating with the finance department.
• Interface with customs brokers to release import shipments and oversee the collection of imports.
• Open import files in the system.
• Schedule and coordinate collection from local suppliers and handle payments when necessary.
• Monitor market prices of items and update relevant parties.
• Manage negotiation processes with suppliers and global subcontractors.
• Handle quality complaints with suppliers and internal departments (quality control, production, etc.).
• Manage and maintain purchase data and price lists (supplier data, lead time, MOQ, items, item classification according to procurement policies).
• Sourcing for new suppliers both locally and internationally.
• Work in collaboration with various departments (finance, engineering, quality, warehouse).
• Prepare and analyze procurement reports and data.
• Lead efficiency improvement processes and negotiations with suppliers.
• Work with contracts.
• Knowledge of import/export laws and customs regulations.
• Work with price lists and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Track open orders and requirements.
• Negotiate and work to improve processes, reduce costs, and maximize contract terms with a variety of suppliers.
• Monitor shipments until they are received in the warehouse.
• Process supplier invoices and payments.
• Responsible for local and international suppliers.
• Interface with customs brokers for the import of goods from suppliers.
• Conduct supplier evaluations to ensure high standards are met.
• Regular interaction with various departments within and outside the organization, both locally and globally.

Requirements

• A relevant degree - required.
• At least two years of experience in a purchasing role in a manufacturing company - required.
• Proficiency in Office applications - required. (Specifically High proficiency in Excel)
• High understanding of procurement processes and relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• High service orientation and the ability to work under pressure.
• Problem-solving ability, assertiveness, systemic thinking, and planning skills.