INDIRECT PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST / BUYER

About the role

An experienced procurement professional is required to join a leading global Aerospace MNC supporting its indirect procurement and sourcing activities.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end indirect procurement activities, from requirement identification and sourcing through negotiation, PO issuance, delivery and supplier performance

  • Source and identify suitable suppliers and develop competitive supplier pools

  • Manage the full RFQ process, including preparation of sourcing documents, quotation evaluation, bid comparison and supplier clarification

  • Conduct commercial negotiations and recommend suitable suppliers based on cost, quality, service and business requirements

  • Partner closely with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into clear procurement specifications

  • Manage the Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) process, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, approvals, supplier confirmations and deliveries

  • Support supplier qualification, onboarding and ongoing supplier performance management

  • Manage supplier consolidation and rationalisation initiatives where required

  • Maintain accurate sourcing records, quotations, supplier information and procurement reports

  • Ensure sourcing activities are completed within required timelines while maintaining a strong commercial and cost-conscious approach

About you

  • Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or related discipline

  • 3–6 years of hands-on Procurement / Sourcing experience, preferably within indirect procurement

  • Strong experience handling RFQs, supplier evaluation and commercial negotiations

  • Experience managing operational procurement activities from requisition → PO → delivery → supplier performance

  • Strong supplier and stakeholder management skills

  • Good understanding of procurement processes and sourcing methodologies

  • Strong analytical and negotiation capabilities with a cost-conscious mindset

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel

  • Experience with SAP R/3 or similar ERP/procurement systems

  • Able to independently manage multiple sourcing activities in a fast-paced environment

Applicants who possess relevant experience for the above responsibilities are most welcome to apply. If you do not possess the above experience, your application will still be considered on individual merits and you may be contacted for other opportunities. 

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**We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates would be notified

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