Lead Buyer

• Execute purchasing activities using approved suppliers in accordance with company policies and purchasing procedures
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders (PO) accurately and timely to meet production and operational requirements.
• Coordinate closely with suppliers on order confirmation, delivery schedules, pricing alignment, and payment terms within assigned authority.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and follow up on delays, shortages, or discrepancies to ensure production continuity.
• Work closely with production, planning, engineering, warehouse, and quality teams to align material requirements and specifications.
• Handle supplier communication related to order execution, delivery issues, quality claims, and return or replacement processes.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, pricing lists, and supplier-related documentation in the ERP system (SAP or equivalent).
• Support cost control initiatives by monitoring price changes, usage trends, and consumption data, and report findings to the Purchasing Manager.
• Assist in managing urgent or emergency purchases to prevent production downtime.
• Provide regular updates and reports on purchasing status, delivery performance, and outstanding issues to the Purchasing Manager.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring purchasing documentation and records are complete and compliant.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Purchasing Manager or management.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing execution, PO management, supplier coordination, and procurement processes.
• Proficient in ERP systems (SAP preferred), e-procurement tools, and Microsoft Office.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in both Mandarin and English for coordination with overseas suppliers and internal departments.
• Good negotiation and communication skills, especially in handling delivery schedules, pricing alignment, and commercial coordination.
• Familiar with quality management systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949, etc.) and regulatory requirements (RoHS, REACH) is an advantage.
• Strong follow-up, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work under pressure and handle urgent or emergency purchasing situations.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, proactive, with a positive mindset and Can-Do attitude.