Purchasing Manager

**Main working place: Ho Chi Minh City with weekly visit to Phan Thiet Plant

Procurement & Sourcing

• Source and procure raw materials (steel wire rods, alloy steel, stainless steel, coatings, lubricants, packaging materials, etc.).

• Develop and maintain a reliable supplier base for domestic and international vendors.

• Identify alternative suppliers to mitigate supply chain risks.

Vendor Management

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and long-term contracts.

• Evaluate supplier performance based on cost, quality, delivery, and service.

• Conduct supplier audits and support vendor development initiatives.

Inventory & Planning

• Coordinate with production planning to forecast material requirements.

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid stockouts or overstocking.

• Monitor lead times and ensure on-time material availability.

Cost Control & Budgeting

• Achieve cost reduction targets through strategic sourcing and negotiation.

• Track material cost trends and recommend cost-saving initiatives.

• Prepare and manage the procurement budget.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure purchased materials meet technical specifications and quality standards.

• Work closely with Quality and Engineering teams on material approvals and trials.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Stores, Finance, and Logistics teams.

• Resolve supply issues affecting production schedules.

• Support new product development with timely sourcing of materials.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate purchase records, contracts, and supplier documentation.

• Prepare procurement reports on costs, savings, supplier performance, and risks.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 5–10 years of procurement experience in manufacturing, preferably in fasteners, automotive, metal, or engineering industries.

• Strong experience in raw material procurement (steel, alloys, coatings).

Skills & Competencies

• English or Chinese communication

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.

• Good understanding of manufacturing processes for screws/fasteners.

• Knowledge of inventory management and ERP systems.

• Analytical mindset with strong cost-control focus.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills.