(A) Purchasing Manager

This role is responsible for managing the procurement process the entire Group by overseeing the acquisition of goods and services required for the groups operations, ensuring that they are procured at the best possible price and quality.

1. Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies which includes Planning, Purchasing, Sourcing, Shipping Documents, Food Safety Documents, License, PO issuance, Receiving, Stock count (own warehouse and 3rd party), Claim, Quality check and daily functions.
2. Negotiation with suppliers for raw material/packing material/food additives whatever need things for factory operation regardless direct supply or indirect supply on price, quantity, delivery and price term. And also trading items as well.
3. Managing the procurement team and ensuring that they are properly trained, motivated, and aligned with the group's values and goals.
4. Conducting market research and analysis to identify suppliers, products, and services that meet the organization's requirements and provide the best value for money to improve the condition from the current condition.
5. Developing, negotiate and maintaining relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and pricing, and managing supplier performance to maximize cost savings, compliance, and efficiency.
6. Developing and maintaining procurement systems and processes that are efficient, effective, and compliant with relevant laws and regulations.
7. Ensuring that procurement activities are carried out in an ethical, transparent, and responsible manner.
8. Providing regular reports to senior management on procurement performance, cost savings, and other key metrics.
9. Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure that procurement activities support the organization's overall goals and objectives.
10. Keeping up-to-date with developments in procurement best practices, technologies, and industry trends.
11. Managing risk and ensuring that the procurement process is resilient and capable of handling unexpected events or disruptions.
12. Taking action and problems solving on working for project basis as business organizer.

Requirements:

• excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong leadership abilities, and a thorough understanding of procurement processes and regulations.
• Required language(s): English, Malay, Mandarin (will be an advantage)
• At least more than 5 years working experience as procurement or supply chain management role and hold relevant professional certifications or qualifications.
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and organizing team
• Able to travel in domestic and overseas
• Having interest in foods
• Required skill(s): Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms Power point