Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organizational objectives, cost targets, and quality standards.
• Source, qualify, and manage both local and overseas suppliers for key materials and components.
• Continuously identify alternative sourcing options and drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Lead and negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and supplier agreements to achieve optimal savings and value.
• Establish frameworks to evaluate supplier performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness, and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by coordinating RFQ and sourcing activities, ensuring supplier readiness for production ramp-up.
• Drive RFQ and cost-down projects within required timelines.
• Lead demand forecasting, material planning, and production scheduling to ensure timely material availability.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve delivery and production milestones.
• Manage MRP processes and ensure data integrity within ERP systems across procurement and supply chain modules.
• Ensure purchase orders are issued to suppliers promptly and accurately.
• Maintain a balanced supply-demand flow to prevent shortages or excess inventory.
• Develop and enforce inventory control policies to optimize stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and maintain inventory turnover within 45 days.
• Oversee the management of slow-moving and obsolete materials, conducting regular inventory reviews, audits, and cycle counts for high accuracy.
• Supervise inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely and cost-efficient movement of goods.
• Manage import/export operations, including shipping documentation and customs compliance.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders and logistics partners to optimize routes, costs, and lead times.
• Enhance procurement and supply chain efficiency through process automation and ERP optimization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing, and trade regulations.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of supply chain, planning, and purchasing professionals, fostering growth and capability development.
• Prepare and present management reports on procurement, supplier, and inventory performance.
• Oversee and ensure timely supplier payments in accordance with company standards.

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering, with at least 8 years of experience in supply chain management within a relevant industry.
• Strong proficiency in MRP and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of cable assembly, box build assembly, and system integration processes.
• Excellent cost analysis and supplier benchmarking capabilities.
• Familiarity with ethical sourcing practices.
• Ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multi-site operations.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with a collaborative and results-driven mindset.

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