Assistant Buyer / Purchasing Assistant

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform functions to get the best value for the Company from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring quality, on time delivery and safety of products and services
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor's performance and report monthly
• Work with Quality Assurance Team for inclusion of suppliers in AVL.
• Resolve issues with vendors on non-conformance and achieve on time delivery
• Liaise with vendors on order requirements, logistics and delivery
• Extensive usage of ERP systems and job tracking and maintaining records
• Purchase both direct and indirect materials
• Negotiate with vendors to ensure best cost effectiveness
• Monitor and expedite delivery with supplier to support plant's on-time-delivery KPI
• Ensure all purchase orders are created timely

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Diploma in any discipline or equivalent based on past work experience
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-driven individual with a positive learning attitude
• Computer literate with knowledge in ERP systems
• Experience in import/export duties is an advantage