We are seeking a highly skilled and resultsdriven Procurement Agent with a robust background in the furniture and home appliances industry. This role demands a strategic thinker with a proven ability to streamline procurement operations optimize costs and ensure the delivery of highquality products that meet our organizations standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management
- Identify evaluate and onboard suppliers with a strong track record in the furniture and home appliances sector.
- Build and sustain longterm valuedriven relationships with vendors and manufacturers to ensure consistent product quality and delivery.
- Conduct comprehensive supplier assessments focusing on cost quality delivery reliability and ethical practices.
- Procurement Leadership
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives to maximize efficiency and cost savings.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including design sales and logistics to ensure procurement aligns with organizational needs.
- Manage highvalue contracts ensuring compliance with legal financial and operational requirements.
- Negotiation and Cost Optimization
- Lead highstakes negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive pricing favorable terms and longterm contracts.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and implement innovative solutions without compromising quality.
- Monitor market trends currency fluctuations and commodity pricing to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Operational Excellence
- Oversee the endtoend procurement process including purchase orders shipment tracking and supplier payments.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods resolving any delays or discrepancies with urgency and efficiency.
- Optimize inventory management by forecasting demand and minimizing excess stock or shortages.
- Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies ethical standards and legal regulations.
- Maintain meticulous records of procurement activities contracts and supplier communications.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor s or master s degree in supply chain management Business Administration or related fields.
- Experience:
- At least 57 years of progressive experience in procurement with a focus on furniture and home appliances.
- Proven track record of managing multimilliondollar procurement portfolios.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e.g. SAP Oracle or similar ERP systems).
- Advanced knowledge of supply chain optimization and contract management.
- Core Competencies:
- Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver in fastpaced environments.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
Education: Bachelor s or master s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related fields. Experience: o At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a focus on furniture and home appliances. o Proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar procurement portfolios. Technical Skills: o Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems). o Advanced knowledge of supply chain optimization and contract management. Core Competencies: o Exceptional negotiation and communication skills. o Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. o Ability to work under pressure and deliver in fast-paced environments. Language Skills: Fluency in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.