We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Purchasing Director to join our procurement team. The director will play a critical role in sourcing, purchasing, and managing goods and supplies necessary for our fertiliser and pesticide export projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of fertilisers and pesticides, excellent negotiation skills, good in mandarin and dealing with Chinese vendors and suppliers and the ability to ensure timely procurement while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sourcing and Procurement: Identify, evaluate, and select vendors and suppliers based on quality, cost-effectiveness, reliability, and delivery speed.
- Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing agreements.
- Purchase Order Management: Create and issue purchase orders (POs) and ensure accurate documentation and compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, track usage, and forecast future material needs to prevent shortages and ensure timely availability of materials on site.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure ongoing collaboration, resolve issues promptly, and optimize procurement processes.
- Cost Control: Work closely with project directors, project managers and accounting to monitor and control project procurement costs within budgetary constraints.
- Quality Assurance: Verify materials received meet specified quality standards and escalate any discrepancies or issues to appropriate stakeholders.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and company policies throughout the procurement process.
Qualifications:
- 15 years of management experience in a purchasing department in the fertiliser and pesticide industry.
- Proven track record of successfully managing procurement processes for export projects, including sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Certification in purchasing or supply chain management is a plus.
