We are looking for a competent buyer who has experience in manufacturing industry, they need to be fluent in English, Mandarin is a plus. The role is very important since our business activities cannot begin without the necessary materials.

The quality and variety of products on our shelves are essential for our success. Therefore, the ideal candidate must be a responsible individual with great attention to detail. The goal is to ensure that the business will always have adequate stock that meets its requirements. That way we can deliver value to our customers through high-quality products and facilitate sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Actively interact with manufacturing, quality, planning, warehousing & transportation to solve material issues & react to consumption patterns
• Identify customer preferences and forecast consumer trends
• Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and determine the best choices
• Order and maintain adequate material volume on-site in advance of production and according to the upcoming supply schedule.
• Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for our company
• Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the contracts of purchase
• Release purchase orders to support upcoming planned production, work in process and finished products
• Monitor stock levels and make plans for buying within budget
• Create reports on sales, budgets and customer satisfaction and adjust your strategies accordingly
• Forge and maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote fair dealing

Requirements

• Proven experience as a retail buyer or relevant role
• Outstanding communication abilities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating
• Up to speed with purchasing best practices
• Familiarity with market research, data analysis and forecasting techniques
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of purchasing software
• High school diploma; BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field will be considered a plus
• Fluent in English, and Mandarin is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Procurement: 3 years (Required)
• Purchasing: 3 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English, Mandarin, is a plus (Required)

Work Location: In person