- Manage stock replenishment based on the ERP proposals and place orders to Suppliers, minimize excess or obsolescence
- Manage Direct and/or Indirect materials and provide support to Purchasing Coordinators
- Maintain and improve KPI targets set and agreed and maintain supplier file documentation
- Make daily follow-ups of Suppliers' deliveries to ensure that dates, quantities and items are available to internal customers as initially requested. Alert and communicate about any discrepancies
. Collaborate with production planners to forecast material requirements and avoid any shortage
- Coordinate the return of goods with Suppliers
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and address any performance issues
- Elaborate and implement cost saving initiatives
- Enter into discussion with Suppliers to settle invoice, quality and logistic disputes
- Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure that purchased materials meet required standards and specifications
- Assist the Purchasing Manager