Manager Procurement /Logistic Contract

About the Company

Our client is a well-established manufacturing company specializing in high-quality metal components and industrial products. The company serves both domestic and international markets, with a strong focus on operational excellence, supply chain efficiency, and continuous improvement. They are seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, and import procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor selection, RFQs, Purchase Orders (PO), and supplier performance evaluation.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, contracts, and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective purchasing.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with local and international suppliers.
• Source high-quality raw materials and components at competitive prices while ensuring supply continuity.
• Manage import procurement processes, including permits, licensing, customs documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure purchased materials meet technical specifications, quality standards, and engineering drawing requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with production planning and inventory requirements.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and provide regular updates on shipment and arrival schedules.
• Ensure timely supplier payments in accordance with agreed contractual terms.
• Maintain accurate procurement transactions and master data within the ERP/SAP system.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks, including supply disruptions, price fluctuations, and long lead times.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement efficiency and cost savings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of procurement experience, preferably within the metal manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of metal raw materials such as steel, aluminum, alloys, and related manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience in supplier sourcing, evaluation, contract management, and strategic negotiations.
• Familiarity with international sourcing, import regulations, and customs documentation.
• Strong understanding of procurement planning, inventory control, and supply chain management.
• Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office.
• Good understanding of PPIC integration and production planning.
• Strong analytical, cost analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of metal pricing drivers, including LME trends, scrap pricing, alloy composition, and procurement risk management.