Job Purpose
The Buyer is responsible for executing end‑to‑end procurement activities for materials and services in line with approved procurement strategies, company policies, and KPI targets. The role ensures timely material availability, cost optimization, compliance with purchasing procedures, and effective coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers using SAP S/4HANA and Ariba platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Execution
- Execute procurement activities for materials and services within assigned categories.
- Create and manage Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) through SAP S/4HANA MM and SAP Ariba.
- Process MRP-driven and direct charge purchase requisitions in alignment with demand planning.
- Ensure timely issuance, follow-up, and closure of purchase orders.
Supplier Management & Negotiation
- Source qualified suppliers in accordance with approved vendor lists and local content requirements.
- Conduct commercial negotiations covering price, delivery, payment terms, and contractual conditions.
- Maintain professional relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply and performance improvement.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure strict compliance with company's purchasing policies, procedures, guidelines, and best practices.
- Obtain all required internal approvals for purchase orders and contracts prior to release.
- Ensure contracts and purchase orders adhere to contractual and legal requirements.
Planning & Coordination
- Coordinate closely with end users, engineering, planning, and finance teams to align procurement activities with operational needs.
- Provide inputs to procurement planning, sourcing strategies, and project execution plans.
- Support inventory optimization initiatives to prevent shortages and reduce excess stock.
Cost & Performance Management
- Support cost reduction initiatives through effective sourcing and negotiation.
- Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs such as delivery, quality, and responsiveness.
- Maintain procurement activities within assigned KPIs including lead time, cost savings, and compliance metrics.
Documentation & Reporting
- Prepare and manage procurement documentation including PO packages, contracts, approvals, and official transmittals.
- Maintain accurate records within SAP for auditing, reporting, and traceability.
- Support periodic procurement reporting and audits as required.
