Strategic Sourcing & Materials Optimization Specialist

PT Merdeka Copper Gold; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 420,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Merdeka Copper Gold seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to source and evaluate alternative spare parts and materials, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and supply security.

You will collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams, conduct supplier qualification, negotiate for best value, and monitor market trends to drive procurement improvements and cost savings. Travel to project sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Reliability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Willing to travel to various project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate alternative spare parts and materials to support operational and cost optimization needs.
• Conduct supplier identification, qualification, and negotiation to ensure best value and compliance with company requirements.
• Work closely with engineering and maintenance teams to validate technical compatibility of alternative materials/parts.
• Analyses procurement data, supplier performance, and cost trends using Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, charts, and data models).
• Prepare comparative reports and cost-benefit analysis for management decision-making.
• Maintain accurate supplier databases and procurement records.
• Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and risks that may affect material availability or cost.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement efficiency, cost savings, and supply security.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and safety requirements in all sourcing activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PT Merdeka Copper Gold seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to source and evaluate alternative spare parts and materials, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and supply security.

You will collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams, conduct supplier qualification, negotiate for best value, and monitor market trends to drive procurement improvements and cost savings. Travel to project sites may be required.