PR/120613 | Purchasing Manager (Raw Material)

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee raw material procurement activities for a well-established Japanese automotive parts manufacturer specializing in automotive air-conditioning and thermal management systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, supplier management, cost optimization, procurement strategy, and ensuring a stable supply of materials to support production operations while complying with automotive quality standards, including IATF 16949.

• Manage overall purchasing and procurement activities for raw materials to ensure timely and cost-effective supply.

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business and production requirements.

• Source, evaluate, select, and negotiate with local and overseas suppliers.

• Manage supplier performance, supplier development initiatives, and strategic supplier relationships.

• Lead cost reduction projects through supplier negotiations, value engineering, and localization activities.

• Monitor raw material market trends and conduct cost analysis to support purchasing decisions.

• Manage procurement budgets, contracts, and commercial agreements.

• Coordinate closely with Production, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics teams to ensure uninterrupted operations.

• Oversee import-export purchasing activities and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

• Ensure purchasing processes and supplier management activities comply with IATF 16949 requirements.

• Support supplier audits, quality improvement initiatives, and risk management activities.

• Lead and develop the purchasing team to achieve departmental objectives and KPIs.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields.

• Minimum 3-10 years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

• Strong experience in raw material purchasing within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in the automotive industry is highly preferred.

• Good understanding of IATF 16949 requirements and supplier quality management.

• Strong experience in supplier sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, supplier development, and supplier performance management.

• Good knowledge of procurement processes, cost analysis, cost reduction, contract management, and sourcing strategy.

• Experience in raw material cost control, localization projects, import-export operations, and overseas sourcing.

• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

• Good command of English, both written and spoken.

• Proficient in SAP, particularly Purchasing / Procurement functions.