Product Procurement

Summary:
Find suppliers for the various parts that our company needs, order parts from suppliers and liaise with logistics personnel so that the parts have a smooth journey to our facilities.


Typical Responsibilities:
Search for suppliers using online search tools such as Alibaba

Get quotes from suppliers

Order samples from suppliers

Organize factory visits with suppliers

Orders from suppliers

Follows up suppliers to make sure the parts are made on time

Liaises with Engineer for changes to parts or new parts

Liaises with logistics personnel to make sure parts are shipped and all the documentation is correct



Supervision:
Does not supervise anyone



Knowledge Skills and Abilities:


Excellent people skills

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal English

Excellent negotiating skills
Computer skills that include:


-Spreadsheet
-Email

Organised

Have Energy and enthusiasm


KPI’s

Find appropriate suppliers
Qualify suppliers
Find the right parts
Parts are delivered on time
Correct parts are ordered