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We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer role in an Appliance, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing company based in China. It is a pioneer in the design and production of passive and active optical parts for WLAN, DWDM, and FTTH networks, as well as for data centres and other networks. They are seeking a buyer to manage the entire purchasing process, maximising prices, contracts, and delivery times in addition to managing quotes, negotiating contracts, and placing orders in order to support the company's continuing expansion.

Job Requirements:
-Working experience at a similar level in a manufacturing setting is required.
-Good interpersonal and communication abilities as well as negotiation skills.
-A minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement is necessary.
-Chinese fluency.
-A track record of reducing costs and improving supplier performance.
-Excellent communication abilities, both verbally and in writing, for dealing with both domestic and foreign suppliers.
-Able to meet deadlines under pressure while working independently and in a collaborative atmosphere.
-Must be able to commute to Livingstone on time or have a relocation plan in place before commencing employment.

Job Responsibilities:
-Production-plan-based material analysis.
-Consult production on the availability of materials.
-Request quotes for goods and services.
-Make purchase orders and monitor that orders are placed on time.
-Submitting RFQs for new purchasing requirements.
-Negotiate a deal with suppliers for discounts, price drops, and faster deliveries.
-Coordinate the shipment of materials with the supplier and the courier/freight forwarder.
-Provide a monthly delivery on-time report.
-Track stock levels and keep an eye on inventory management.
-Detection of supply risk in advance.
-Maintaining important criteria including cost, lead times, and MOQs.
-Compliant auditing.
-Manage KPIs proactively and provide results.
-Impromptu procurement initiatives.
-Maintaining and expanding ties with current suppliers while seeking out new suppliers for upcoming products.
-Establish solid ties with Chinese coworkers to build a productive and effective team.

Referrals
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