PURCHASE OFFICER

• Gather information about potential new supplier through published records, web, catalogues, trade events etc.
• Obtain all required technical and non- technical details and categorized with comments on materials/product suitability, availability, data sheet information , supplier goodwill and initial indicative pricing.
• Take ownership of sample testing and line trials, liaise with operation team, including QC/QA to schedule necessary trials and follow-up for the post trial qualification status of the material and supplier.
• Is expected to plan, identify and execute the establishment of alternative suppliers for all product ranges, and assist in the development of new sourcing options to improve; total cost improvement of product (price , quality, and securitization of supply, and availability