Mass Production Purchasing Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies for mass production materials and components from international suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and delivery terms with global vendors to secure favorable agreements.
• Cook up with production and quality teams to forecast material requirements and ensure alignment with manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and manage relationships to maintain high standards of quality and reliability.
• Analyze market trends, evaluate risks, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, import/export regulations, and company procurement policies.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation related to purchasing activities, supplier evaluations, and cost analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or mass production environment.
• Strong knowledge of international sourcing, import/export regulations, and global supply chain management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the business services industry or with multinational manufacturing companies.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Certification in Supply Chain Management or Purchasing (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).
• Advanced skills in data analytics and market research.

Skills

• Leverage strong negotiation and communication abilities to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Evaluate supplier performance, market trends, and cost structures to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Efficiently track and report purchasing activities using procurement software and data analysis tools.
• Integrate purchasing functions with broader business operations and improve process efficiencies through advanced ERP system knowledge.
• Facilitate clearer communication with diverse international suppliers through multilingual abilities.