Procurement Associate

We are looking for a Procurement Associate to support sourcing activities, manage suppliers, and analyze costs. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective coordination with internal teams and vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Management & Reporting

• Collect, organize, and maintain procurement and supplier data to ensure databases and spreadsheets are accurate and up-to-date.
• Prepare spend reports, summaries, and cost updates for review by Management
• Maintain supplier price lists, documentation of cost changes, and relevant procurement records.

Analytical Support

• Perform initial data analysis, including price comparisons, spend breakdowns, and trend reviews.
• Support should-cost or cost breakdown exercises by gathering data and validating assumptions.
• Identify preliminary insights or trends that may highlight savings or process improvement opportunities.

Supplier & Market Research

• Conduct supplier research, profile potential vendors, and gather publicly available supplier capability information.
• Monitor market indicators, including commodity price movements and industry updates.
• Support supplier performance tracking by updating scorecards and recording service or pricing issues.

Sourcing Administration Support

• Assist in preparing documents and data for sourcing events (e.g., RFI, RFQ, RFP).
• Compile supplier responses and organize information for evaluation by the Management
• Track sourcing timelines, documentation, and follow-ups as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in procurement or supply chain, preferably in an industrial trading environment.
• Experience in issuing and managing RFQs, purchase orders, and basic supplier agreements.
• Knowledge of procurement documentation and technical specifications.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Working Schedule

Monday to Saturday 8am to 5pm