NPM Buyer

Your tasks

The NPM Buyer role is a combination of strategic purchasing and operational delivery for all spend categories associated with non-production materials. The role requires the NPM Buyer to carry out sourcing activities both locally and internationally, working with the global site purchasing representatives. The NPM Buyer will also be required to support the local sites' daily operational requirements in line with the company's Purchasing Directives and Policies, including maintenance of all purchasing master data in the company's SAP system.

Develop and execute purchasing strategies both locally and on behalf of regional sites

Work with internal stakeholders to define requirements for goods and services

Manage RFQ process and Supplier Negotiation process

Contract management as well as ongoing supplier performance management

Negotiate and implement group contracts

Ensure global compliance with Purchasing policies and procedures

Review and adapt purchasing processes in line with operational requirements

Mentoring and training of all stakeholders on NPM policies and procedures

Operational Purchasing, Master Data management and Financial Savings as local tasks

Your profile:

Degree in Business, Economics, Finance or similar.

0-3+ years of experience in purchasing, production or manufacturing experience (mainly handling of indirect materials).

Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office.

Knowledge of sourcing and contract management, including drafting of supplier agreements.

Broad knowledge of principles and techniques of purchasing as well as assigned categories, materials, processes and indirect material.

CPSM certification preferred.

Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Experience and ability to function in a cross-functional team environment.

Be fluent in both English and local language Chinese.