Job Description

Our client is a globally renowned leader in the packaging and machinery industry and is seeking a skilled professional to join their team.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing the Division Purchasing Strategy in alignment with the overall Division Strategy.
• Managing relationships with local and international suppliers to meet cost and quality targets.
• Establishing and standardizing purchasing and materials management processes for both direct and indirect materials.
• Overseeing the Master Production Schedule process, ensuring production schedules align with capacity and material availability while optimizing ERP system functionality.
• Identifying and negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing that supports EBITDA objectives.
• Leading the supplier VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering) process.
• Enhancing facility operations by developing systems to monitor all cost elements effectively.
• Sourcing vendors for materials, equipment, and supplies, conducting evaluations to determine product availability, and negotiating terms.
• Overseeing and managing the Purchasing Department budget and related financial reports.
• Reviewing purchase order claims and contracts to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Developing and enforcing purchasing and contract management policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Contributing to equipment, product, and substitute material specification development.
• Resolving supplier grievances and disputes.
• Evaluating, approving, and monitoring supplier performance.
• Leading and coordinating activities related to the procurement, sale, and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations, or equivalent experience.
• At least 15 years of experience in purchasing, with 5-7 years in a managerial role within a multinational organization.
• Proven expertise in managing manufacturing processes and driving productivity and efficiency improvements.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in goal setting and multitasking.
• Exceptional decision-making capabilities and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in English communication skills.