Job Summary
We are looking for a highly capable Procurement & Purchasing Team Leader to drive sourcing performance, optimize purchasing operations, and strengthen our global supplier network for both existing and new business opportunities. This role requires strong leadership, strategic sourcing capability, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
International Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing
Lead and manage international purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and sourcing strategies
Negotiate foreign trade contracts, pricing, shipment schedules, payment terms, claims, and commercial conditions with overseas suppliers
Develop and maintain strategic supplier networks to ensure stable supply, competitive pricing, and long-term cooperation
Monitor market trends, material costs, exchange rates, logistics situations, and supply chain risks to propose effective purchasing strategies
Source and evaluate new suppliers and new product opportunities based on business demand and market potential
Coordinate closely with suppliers regarding production schedules, shipment status, quality issues, and claim handling
Take ownership of purchasing efficiency, supply continuity, and cost optimization
Operations Coordination & Problem Solving
Coordinate with Sales, Logistics, Warehouse, Accounting, and related departments to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery
Handle operational issues and customer complaints related to shipment, documentation, import-export procedures, and product quality
Work closely with Finance/Accounting regarding payment schedules, L/C, foreign exchange, and cash flow planning
Ensure all import-export activities comply with company procedures and relevant regulations
Proactively identify risks and provide practical solutions to operational challenges
Support ERP implementation, purchasing process standardization, and operational improvement initiatives
Team Leadership & Development
Organize, supervise, and optimize team workload and performance
Train, coach, and develop team members to improve professional knowledge and operational capability
Build a proactive, disciplined, accountable, and result-oriented working culture
Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluation for
purchasing staffReporting & Business Support
periodic purchasing reports, supplier evaluations, market analysis, and operational updates for management
Analyze purchasing data, inventory turnover, supplier performance, and operational efficiency to support decision-making
Propose improvement initiatives for purchasing processes, supplier management, and operational efficiency
Perform other tasks assigned by Management and BOD
Bachelor's degree in International Business, Foreign Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields
Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, import-export, logistics, or international trading companies
At least 2 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role is preferred
Strong knowledge of import-export procedures, customs regulations, international trade, shipping, and logistics operations
Strong commercial and strategic sourcing mindset with good understanding of market pricing and business competitiveness
Advanced English communication skills (spoken and written)
Strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Strong sense of urgency, ownership, and operational discipline
Ability to work independently, multitask, prioritize tasks, and perform effectively under pressure
Ability to stay calm, organized, and solution-oriented in fast-changing business situations
Positive mindset with strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
Experience participating in ERP implementation, process optimization, or digital transformation projects is a strong advantage
