Import & Procurement Manager (food and bakery ingredients)

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Import & Procurement Manager to oversee procurement processes for both domestic and international shipments, ensuring alignment with company policies. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of import regulations, coupled with exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement:

• Manage the entire procurement lifecycle for the organization.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Guarantee timely delivery of goods and services to meet customer demands.
• Build and maintain ethical and mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers to continually enhance quality standards.
• Analyze purchasing trends and develop long-term procurement strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Oversee supplier contracts to secure the best quality, delivery, and value.
• Monitor supplier performance and evaluate the quality of purchased products and services.
• Execute purchase orders promptly to ensure effective delivery and uninterrupted operations.
• Request and review quotations and updated pricing.
• Handle supplier claims and follow up as needed.
• Monitor actual sales and stock levels, comparing them with forecasts.
• Stay updated with domestic import/export Thai statistics.

Business Development:

• Collaborate with the sales team to estimate Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) costs for new products.
• Oversee the registration and licensing processes.
• Handle sample requests when necessary.
• Estimate import duty and VAT values for the Accounting & Finance Department.

Requirement:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement, import/export, or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulations.
• Highly responsible and reliable.
• Proactive with a problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Eager to learn and adapt to new methods and technologies.