Procurement Agent

Job Responsibilities

• Perform daily purchasing activities to procure operational supplies including sourcing, supplier surveillance, and resolving off-site supplier issues while managing purchase orders, contracts, and procurement-related matters.
• Coordinate logistics activities, including working with freight forwarders, managing shipments, and ensuring compliance with local authorities.
• Support the Procurement Department (Indirect) in order placement, procurement operations, and logistics.
• Coordinate and manage sourcing activities to support the Company's requirements.
• Ensure the commodities and materials are procured in accordance with the required stock levels, ensuring the right quantity and timing to support operations.
• Procure the commodities and materials as per BCM’s SOP and relevant specifications while applying cost-saving strategies.
• Prepare material planning and generate purchase orders through the ordering system based on inventory levels, material forecasts, demand reports & historical usage.
• Maintain and ensure material data, pricing, and supplier records are up to date in the system.
• Engage the suppliers on performance issues and assist internal stakeholders in resolving supplier-related challenges.
• Maintain the supplier database, liaise with vendors, and assess supplier performance.
• Engage suppliers in negotiations, drive supplier strategies, and ensure alignment with business objectives. Understand and negotiate contractual terms between BCM and suppliers to secure favorable business arrangements.
• Support tasks or projects on an ad-hoc basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis, business intelligence, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes and possesses strong analytical skills.
• Proven experience in establishing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage procurement projects, timelines, and deliverables effectively.
• Possess a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a commitment to continuous learning and growth.
• Ability to review contractual terms and facilitate relevant negotiations.