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Raw Materials Buyer

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Mô tả công việc

Responsible for purchasing raw materials to support production demands while minimizing inventory levels. Manage purchase orders, inventory, and supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

  • Create, maintain, and issue Purchase Orders in AS400, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Coordinate daily with suppliers on order status, delivery schedules, and supply issues.
  • Share weekly forecasts and align purchasing plans with production demand.
  • Monitor inventory levels, preventing shortages and slow-moving or aged inventory.
  • Follow up material readiness for new programs to support timely production launch.
  • Conduct periodic supplier performance and pricing reviews.
  • Maintain basic technical understanding of assigned materials, testing requirements, and related production processes.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor / Department Head.

Yêu cầu công việc

  • Education:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Apics certification preferred.
  • Experience:
  • 2-5 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or material planning, preferably in furniture / upholstery manufacturing.
  • Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of raw materials used in furniture products (e.g. fabric, leather, foam, fiber, wood, hardware, packaging).
  • Basic understanding of upholstery manufacturing processes and material flow.
  • Familiarity with inventory control and material planning in a production environment.
  • Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong planning and coordination skills to support production schedules and material availability.
  • Data-oriented with strong attention to inventory accuracy and cost control.
  • Ability to work with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and cost performance.
  • Continuous improvement mindset in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
  • Ability to track, measure, and control KPIs related to purchasing and inventory.
  • Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Good command of English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).

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