Procurement Manager

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Procurement:

• Implement procurement procedures and processes in line with the business operations.
• Develop and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and maintaining optimum stock levels for our business units in order not to miss sales.
• Negotiate with new/existing suppliers to secure favorable outcomes for the company.
• Assist in leveraging both a global and regional perspective to quickly assimilate external information (e.g., market drivers, macroeconomic conditions, etc.) to anticipate its impact across the business and develop associated strategies and action plans to maximise opportunities.
• Attend international trade fairs to find potential suppliers/ products.
• Maintain strong relationships and networks across the organisation; use personal influence skills rather than position power to persuade others and gain support.
• Promote an environment of teamwork and emphasise the importance of strong project management.
• Reinforce the importance of metrics and monitoring progress and success.
• Help in nurturing relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for Company.
• Identify and look for potential new suppliers.
• Research new products and services to meet company's objectives.
• Assess total costs of company purchases and advise on appropriate recommendation for cost optimisation.
• Coordinate with suppliers for marketing refunds.
• Negotiate with suppliers to get discounts on shop display products to avoid losses for the Company.
• Prepare Landed costs prior importation for competitor analysis purposes.
• Create and maintain a database of suppliers, manufacturers, and key business stakeholders in view of ensuring Business Continuity Plan.
• Conduct client costing when required.

Sales:

• Acquire new business and consolidate relationship with existing suppliers and clients.
• Expand the client portfolio and seek new business opportunities.
• Establish business tie ups and partnership with business partners.
• Target and plan sales presentations to clients.
• Continuously improve process and procedure by working closely with other internal departments.
• Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering timely and quality services.
• Analyse capital budget and expenses to find opportunities for cost-effectiveness and profitability.
• Assist in developing marketing plans to achieve sales target and increase brand visibility.
• Perform market research to study client's behaviour, latest trends and competitor activity.
• Organise regular meetings with Management to discuss about business updates, issues, and opportunities

Product Development:

• Develop new products in existing markets.
• Conduct market research and analysis prior launching new products.
• Oversee product line and trend direction with the aim of creating a focused portfolio of products.
• Work closely with the Sales & Marketing Team to ensure product requirements.
• Approve prototype samples for construction style details.
• Prepare and initiate design specification packages.
• Conduct regular competitivity market surveys to find new product ideas.

Team Management

• Develop a positive work environment for staffs.
• Lead, manage, coach, and train the team and ensure optimal performance