Purchasing Manager

Operations Penang, Malaysia


Description

Job Responsibilities 
  • Develops a purchasing strategy.
  • Review and process purchase orders.
  • Manage other members of the purchasing team.
  • Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
  • Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with vendors.
  • Selects prospective vendors and negotiates contracts.
  • Evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.
  • Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services.
  • Ensures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise.
  • Keeps up with trends in procurement and stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.
Education and Professional Experience 
  • Knowledge of Oracle procurement software and tools.
  • Interpersonal skills such as teamwork and good listening skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Excellent Negotiation skills.
  • Research and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage time and organize.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a purchasing manager.
  • Experience using Oracle procurement software and databases