Sourcing and Supplier Management:

Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for chemicals, considering factors like quality, cost, reliability, lead times, Payment terms and other factors.
Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers, ensuring favourable payment terms and conditions.
Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and conduct regular reviews.
Able to develop new supplier/vendors as per requirements according to our SOP.
Able to develop new products as per requirements according to our SOP.

Overseas procurement Management:

Must have knowledge of chemical imports
Must be aware about Shipping lines process, custom clearance, import documentations/process, payment modes etc.

Procurement Strategy:

Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies for chemicals, aligning with the company's overall objectives.
Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the chemical market.
Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies.

Order Management:

Checking price quotations from regular and non-regular supplier.
Process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, sailing days and timely delivery of materials.
Follow ups with supplier for scheduling, contract terms, and other time to time activities.
Expedite orders as necessary to meet buyers schedules.

Travelling/Visits:

Reporting and Analysis:

Prepare reports and analyses on cost savings, Future Strategies and plannings, and other reports required by management time to time.
Suppliers evaluation on the basis of supply time, delivery time etc time to time.

Collaboration:

Collaborate with internal overseas branch offices for requirements, products quality, requirements, to ensure smooth procurement processes.
Work with cross-functional teams to identify and implement improvements in the procurement process.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field, MBA in supply chain management will give an advantage.
Experience in chemical procurement min 5 years.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Should be proficient in English speaking, reading and writing.
Good knowledge of Microsoft office, -excel, word etc.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Understanding of supply chain dynamics and market trends.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards.

Assistant Manager- Procurement