Senior Materials Buyer/Planner

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Lead end-to-end procurement of direct and indirect materials (electronic components, mechanical parts, and equipment)
• Source, evaluate, and onboard qualified local and international suppliers aligned with technical and quality requirements
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and favorable agreements
• Develop and maintain long-term supplier relationships to ensure stability and performance
• Conduct market checks and cost analysis to support strategic sourcing decisions

Production Support & Material Planning

• Ensure timely availability of materials to support production schedules and prevent line stoppages
• Work closely with Planning, Engineering, and Operations teams to align procurement with demand forecasts and MRP outputs
• Monitor critical materials, long lead-time items, and supply risks; implement mitigation plans (e.g., buffer stock, alternate sourcing)
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and engineering changes (ECO/ECN), including material transitions and phase-outs

Supplier Performance & Risk Management

• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance based on delivery, quality, cost, and responsiveness
• Lead supplier reviews and implement corrective actions or improvement plans when needed
• Resolve supply issues, delays, and quality concerns in coordination with internal teams and suppliers
• Ensure supplier compliance with industry and regulatory standards (ISO, RoHS, REACH, etc.)

Logistics & International Trade Coordination

• Manage procurement activities involving import and export transactions
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, couriers, and customs brokers to ensure timely and cost-effective shipments
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of shipping and customs documentation
• Monitor shipment status and proactively address delays, discrepancies, or clearance issues

Inventory & Cost Control

• Support inventory planning and control to balance material availability and working capital efficiency
• Monitor stock levels, inventory turnover, and excess/obsolete risks
• Drive initiatives to reduce costs, improve lead times, and optimize inventory levels
• Track and manage purchase price variance (PPV) and cost-saving initiatives

Administrative & Compliance Management

• Maintain accurate and organized procurement, supplier, and logistics documentation (digital and physical)
• Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards
• Prepare procurement reports, cost analysis, and supplier performance summaries for management
• Support general administrative functions and contribute to process improvements and system enhancements

Cross-Functional Leadership & Coordination

• Act as a key liaison between Procurement, Engineering, Planning, Warehouse, Finance, and external partners
• Provide guidance and support to junior buyers or purchasing staff, if applicable
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, systems, and supplier management
• Contribute to risk management and business continuity planning for supply chain operations