Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
The Transpak Purchasing Executive - MRO is responsible for leading all activities around customer account coordination. The Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) Purchasing Executive manages expenditure for indirect materials, tooling, fixed assets, and/or services to support the company's purchasing function. This role will execute purchasing activities consistent with company strategy and procedures, metrics for cost, supplier quality, on-time delivery, inventory and supply risk mitigation. Geographic focus will be for the TransPak Asia facilities. The Purchasing Executive – MRO works across geographic boundaries to deliver maximum value to internal customers.
Key Responsibilities
Work with the Global Procurement Team to support internal procedures and execute purchasing and supplier strategies.
Perform tactical purchasing using an ERP system while optimizing inventory based on current and future demand.
Take ownership of cost-saving initiatives, including cost comparison, parts replacement, and projects aligned with team objectives to ensure minimal lead times.
Ensure materials and products are cost-effective, reliable, and of high quality, while providing recommendations to optimize asset shelf life.
Initiate requests for quotations and conduct total cost analysis.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms with suppliers, prepare purchase orders and invoices, and manage cost control for operations in Singapore and Malaysia.
Liaise with counterparts in other functional areas such as Finance, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure alignment of activities and objectives.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.
Monitor supplier quality metrics, including on-time delivery and reject rates, while fostering relationships to ensure adherence to specifications and standards.
Manage equipment purchases, ensuring timely delivery, proper installation, and inclusion of safety and servicing plans.
Provide assistance with product liability claims, safety studies, warranty investigations, and litigation support issues.
Ensure the procurement process complies with RBA and ISO 9001 procedures.
Any other tasks assigned by the HOD from time to time.
Understand the requirements for a QMS, including documented information, planning, and determining process interactions.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
2–5 years of relevant work experience in procurement or supplier management preferred, or equivalent experience.
Excellent MS Office skills; ERP experience is a plus.
Solid knowledge of procurement practices and supplier management.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Proactive and innovative problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment while independently managing responsibilities.
Capability to build and maintain effective teamwork and relationships.
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