Position Summary

JOB PURPOSE

Identifying process and best sourcing for consumables, maintenance, repair, and operations supplies, coordinating with Maintenance team to set up & replenish proper stock for spare parts of critical machines or long Leadtime purchased parts.

MAIN DUTIES

Acts as a point of escalation for internal customers and assisting with any supplier-related opportunities that arise.
Working hand in hand with Maintenance team to develop the list of critical spare parts and proper replenishment parameters for ensuring that the maintenance team is well-equipped to handle any potential breakdowns and maintain the operational efficiency of the plant.
Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible pricing and terms.
Collaborating with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and develop strategies.
Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, and services, prepares statements of work for items proposed for procurement, ensuring conformance to Meggitt policies, processes and direction.
Develops potential bidders lists and formal requests for quotation or proposals.
Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria.
Supports resolution of cost, quality and delivery issues within the site & regional team as requested.
Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations. Promotes and uses strategic suppliers.
Monitors and evaluates supplier performance.
Determines and implements corrective actions to resolve impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery.
Identifies opportunities for cost optimization, develops, coordinates, and implements improvement initiatives with key suppliers.
Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems.
Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analysis.
Works within the regional team to deliver against agreed KPIs supporting our wider procurement strategy.
Carry out other tasks assigned by department head.
Adhere Company Safety Rules.

Key Accountabilities

Managing suppliers and service providers.
Ensuring purchases and capital expenditures align with Company & Division strategies and policies.
Developing and executing plans aimed at achieving continuous improvement in quality, delivery, service, payment terms, and cost goals
Lead team with 3 staffs.

Jobholder Requirements

Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
Certificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) or APICS is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of purchasing and negotiating methods, principles and concepts
Knowledge of industry practices, general business operations, and policies.
Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement principles and techniques.
Fluent in English (speaking, writing, listening, and reading).
Proficient with Ms. Office 365 Essentials (Word, Excel, Power Point, Power BI, and Outlook), ERP system and specialized purchasing and/or materials systems.
Strong experience in indirect spending categories such as MRO/ Capex, logistics, facilities, IT, HR.
Good communication and leadership skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Inventory Management, Risk Management, Problem Solving.
Supplier Selection, Contract Negotiation.
Good Communication, Supplier Relationship Management
Purchasing Management & Compliance
Supplier Relationship Management
Quick learning and capable of working under high agile and pressure environment.
Able to work with multi-function and managing multi tasks
High sense of responsibility and stakeholder management skills.

Buyer II (Indirect Buyer Lead)