Purchasing Coordinator (Mandarin Speaking)

Job Description (Purchasing - Mandarin Speaking)

Job Summary

The Purchasing Officer acts as a bridge between internal departments and external vendors, maintaining optimal stock levels, controlling costs, and ensuring timely deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor Sourcing & Evaluation: Research, identify, and compare potential suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, and lead times.
• Contract & Price Negotiation: Negotiate commercial terms, pricing agreements, and contracts with vendors to maximize return on investment (ROI).
• Purchase Order Management: Raise, track, and approve purchase orders in line with internal business rules.
• Inventory & Stock Monitoring: Coordinate with warehouse and production teams to monitor stock levels and reorder supplies before shortages occur.
• Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain accurate databases of purchases, vendor contacts, pricing history, and cost-analysis reports.
• Issue Resolution: Handle delayed shipments, damaged goods, billing discrepancies, or requests for supplier credit notes.