Role and purpose:
Plan and handle purchasing of the main raw materials according to the production plans for both Foshan & Ningbo sites.
Control the raw materials stock level to reach inventory target.
Coordinate SM barge delivery schedule.
Develop new suppliers to ensure stable supply and cost saving.
Responsibilities/ Accountabilities of the job:
Raw Material Purchasing:
Manage and make necessary adjustments of purchasing plans according to updated production plans to ensure that raw materials supply satisfies production demands.
Exercise robust control of raw materials stock level in line with the inventory target.
Follow up goods delivery status and inform Production & Demand Planner of any forecast risk of raw material shortage.
Resolve all raw material supply issues via close collaboration and coordination with suppliers, plant site staff, and Commercial and Technical Supports teams.
Update and report Savings on a quarterly basis.
Lead and/or participate in cross functional strategic projects.
Participate in all annual audits and quality system certification reviews initiated by customers, government authorities, 3rd-party agents, etc.
Generate Contract Review and Approval Forms (CRAFs) and SAP Outline Agreements (OLAs) as required to obtain approvals for supply of raw materials.
Generate Purchase Orders (if needed) for securing Raw Material for each site.
Maintenance of the SAP / Coupa Vendor Master data.
Commercial:
Price negotiation for raw materials and related service purchasing for cost saving.
Handle contract/order for raw materials and related service purchasing.
Keep track of the market trend and propose proper purchasing plan to the management.
Search new qualified suppliers to save cost and follow up the relevant procedure formalities.
Ensure all procurement policies and procedures, including the Delegation of Authority rules, are followed throughout the procurement process.
Maintain a good understanding of market trends and supplier developments in the chemical industry and associated building blocks industries.
Support Trade Compliance in obtaining relevant documents.
Address regional product stewardship requirements in the region.
Contribute and continuously improve ISO and IATF procedures regionally across all plants.
Ensure that Sustainability requirements are met (e.g., Green House Gas Emissions).
Procure bio-based / attributed raw materials according to business needs.
SM coordination:
Coordinate with SM team & domestic suppliers to make sure SM supply fulfills production demand.
Arrange SM barge shipment to ensure timely delivery.
Request Vetting shipments within Company system and cooperate for barge audit.
SGS reporting checking in each of barge.
Make sure the SM barge comply to the SHE requirement (vetting).
Supplier management:
Manage the supplier relationships including the competitive bidding process, supplier qualification, determination of supply requirements, etc.
Handle complaints to supplier.
What do you need to succeed:
University graduate in business major.
At least 6 years of working experiences in purchasing and logistics in relative area.
Chemicals purchasing field is preferred;
Familiar with international trade;
Global purchasing experience (Asia/Europe/USA);
Computer skills with SAP (system and operation), Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Fluent English in speaking and writing;
Good communication and interpersonal skills;
Negotiation skills;
Analytical Thinking;
Commitment.