Responsibilities
Manage and control all procurement and import activities, ensuring optimal cost, quality, delivery, and compliance with customs policies, standards, and regulations.
Job Description
- Manage end-to-end procurement and import activities to ensure timely availability of goods and services within budget.
- Source, assess, evaluate, and negotiate with local and international vendors to obtain the best value in terms of cost, quality, and service.
- Ensure all import and export activities comply with domestic and international laws, including customs regulations, tariffs, trade agreements, and sanctions.
- Manage import and export costs by negotiating with shipping companies, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to achieve competitive rates.
- Monitor the inspection and quality control of incoming goods to ensure compliance with agreed specifications and standards.
- Ensure all procurement and import documents are properly prepared, documented, archived, and easily accessible for audit purposes.
- Prepare procurement performance reports, vendor evaluations, cost analysis, and purchasing forecasts.
- Update and ensure compliance with regulations related to customs, taxation, and government requirements.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
- Lead, manage, and develop the procurement & import team, including manpower planning, performance management, and team capability development.
- Support the implementation of safety, health, and compliance programs within the procurement function.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor's degree (S1) from any major.
- Minimum 4 years of working experience in procurement, import-export, or related roles, preferably in a supervisory/section head position.
- Strong knowledge of customs, taxation, and import-export regulations.
- Proficient in computer usage, especially Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis.
- Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to work under tight deadlines.
