Procurement Executive

About the Role

We are looking for a Procurement & Supplier Management Executive to support end-to-end procurement activities across multiple projects.

This role will focus on supplier coordination, commercial negotiation, procurement planning, cost control and project delivery. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure products and services are procured at the right cost, quality and timing.

The role is suited to someone who is commercially minded, organised and comfortable managing suppliers across local and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Project Coordination

• Manage procurement activities from project initiation through to completion.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure project requirements, timelines and deliverables are clearly understood.
• Develop procurement plans covering required products, supplier arrangements, commercial terms, production schedules and key project milestones.
• Monitor procurement progress and flag risks that may affect cost, quality or delivery.

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain productive relationships with local and overseas suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance throughout the supplier lifecycle.
• Support supplier development and work with partners to improve reliability, responsiveness and delivery standards.
• Manage challenging supplier situations professionally and escalate material issues where required.
• Travel to meet suppliers or monitor projects where necessary.

Commercial & Contract Management

• Review, compare and analyse supplier quotations and commercial proposals.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and purchase agreements.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved commercial value.
• Support supply continuity while balancing cost, quality and delivery requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of agreed terms and procurement decisions.

Risk & Supply Assurance

• Identify and monitor supplier, production and delivery risks.
• Support mitigation planning to reduce potential disruption.
• Maintain visibility across production schedules, supplier dependencies and project requirements.
• Contribute to stronger third-party risk management and supply assurance practices.

Reporting

• Prepare and maintain procurement, cost and KPI reports.
• Track project procurement status, supplier performance and commercial outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and procurement records.

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Approximately 1–2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing or a related function would be advantageous.
• Experience with production planning, merchandising, consumer products or project-based procurement would be beneficial.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills.
• Good analytical, problem-solving and commercial thinking.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Confident taking ownership of assigned projects and supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online research tools.
• Mandarin proficiency is required for communication with suppliers in China.
• Able to travel locally or internationally when required.