Procurement Manager - Buyer

Engio Recruitment; Batam; On-site; IDR 3,400,000,000 - 5,000,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Opportunities for career growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Indonesia is seeking a Procurement Manager - Buyer for a multinational client in Batam. This role entails coordinating materials, managing vendor performance, and optimizing inventory control. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years of experience, strong procurement knowledge, and fluency in English. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement management.
• Strong knowledge of procurement management principles.
• Ability to build and maintain business relationships.
• Ability to build and maintain good business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, problem-solving skills and adaptability to change.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate materials availability and production planning.
• Manage vendor performance and ensure timely materials supply.
• Analyze inventory and develop action plans based on market conditions.
• Address supply quality issues to minimize production impact.
• Drive system optimization to improve inventory control.
• Support vendor audits and new vendor qualification processes.

Skills

Procurement management

Inventory control

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

SAP

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

About the job Procurement Manager - Buyer

Engio is a leading specialist engineering and technical recruitment agency in Indonesia. We connect top engineering professionals with the best job opportunities nationwide.

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading multinational company with operations in Batam, specializing in designing and manufacturing electronic products and components for globally recognized brands. They support industry leaders in the design, production, and distribution of household electrical appliances. In Indonesia, the company serves as a vital production center in its worldwide network, prioritizing efficient manufacturing alongside sustainable practices.

Position Overview:

The Buyer Manager position will be responsible for supporting the team to coordinate materials availability and production planning in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role monitors inventory levels to meet the company's target, analyzes inventory to find improvement actions, and supplies forecast management. This role will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to improve the inventory system and control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the team in coordinating materials availability and production planning for a new project.
• Manage daily activities to ensure materials are available on time for daily production and oversee vendor performance management to maintain a stable supply for upcoming demands.
• Monitor the team's inventory level to meet company targets, analyze inventory to identify improvement actions, manage supply forecasting, and develop action plans based on the coming market situation.
• Coordinate with quality and other concern departments and suppliers to address supply quality issues, preventing impact on production operations, and manage to minimize excess & obsolescence impact due to demand change.
• Oversee the teams' ISI sample process to meet production goals and support both the new vendor audit process and the audit process.
• Drive system optimization aimed at improving inventory control, focusing on Lead time, MOQ, and Safety stock.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 7 years of experience in the same role.
• Strong knowledge and familiarity with procurement management and an open mindset to learn and contribute to company success.
• Basic understanding of Incoterms, warehouse, shipping, and personnel management.
• Ability to build and maintain good business relationships with internal and external customers and cross-functional teams.
• Resilient under high pressure, adaptable to changing requirements and new cultures.
• Fluent in English, proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), with SAP experience as an advantage.
• Positive attitude, adaptable to company culture, and committed to continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and influence skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with logical thinking to assess and handle issues effectively.
• Capable of multitasking and performing well under pressure.
• Willing to be placed in Batam, Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for career growth in a global company
• A collaborative, innovative, and dynamic work environment

If you're an experienced die-cast expert ready for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.