- Leverages global supplier networks to source raw materials, components, and equipment at the best possible terms.
- Identify and qualify new foreign suppliers to expand the company's global supply chain
- Interact with suppliers on a daily basis to resolve transaction issues and gather critical information invoices, tracking info, tax docs. etc.
- Send e-mails to target suppliers and follow up on the receipt of responses and report on what has been reached.
- Receiving the purchase order and specifying the expected date of supply and addressing the planning and the requesting party to notify them.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contract terms with international vendors
- Negotiates contract terms, including pricing, lead times, minimum order quantities, and quality standards
- resolving invoice price and terms discrepancies to enable order processing
- Coordinate logistics and customs clearance for imported goods
- Ensures imported goods comply with relevant trade regulations, tariffs, and documentation requirements
- Monitor supplier performance and quality to ensure on-time delivery and compliance
- Collaborate with production planning, inventory management, and logistics teams to ensure materials are available when needed
- Research and stay up-to-date on international trade regulations, tariffs, and compliance requirements
- Follow up the arrival of the documents of the shipment (dues) to the bank and ensure its validity to avoid payment of any delay penalties.
- Maintain detailed records and reporting on foreign purchases
- Collaborates cross-functionally with teams like production planning, quality assurance, and finance
- Tracks supplier performance metrics like on-time delivery, quality, and responsiveness
- Provide training and guidance to cross-functional teams on international procurement best practices
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, international business, or a related field.3-5 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role with exposure to international sourcing.Proficiency in English language.Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholdersThorough understanding of international trade documentation, customs clearance, and logisticsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment