Technical Purchasing Supervisor

Job summary

Our client - one of the largest electronics manufacturers in the south of Vietnam is looking for a highly competent Technical Purchasing Supervisor to join their supply chain team in Vietnam.

Job Responsibilities

General Supervision:

• Overall responsibility for supervising the TP team to ensure timely delivery of assigned tasks, both for the team and individual tasks.

Order Handling:

• Source and purchase complex items for EE and OA operations.
• Ensure the ordering of materials, parts, and equipment follows company policies, such as Just-In-Time (JIT) and Request for Quotation (RFQ).
• Collaborate with EE and OA teams to establish and develop relevant policies, procedures, documentation, and reporting.

Supplier Management:

• Search for new suppliers for projects and lead discussions in collaboration with Project Engineer/Manager.
• Negotiate best prices and terms/conditions, considering the balance of technical and commercial aspects for Project Manager’s decision making.
• Supervise and support the TP team in following up, pushing, and challenging suppliers in case of delays in deliveries.
• Collaborate with EE and OA teams to set up a supplier base, competency matrix, and vendor rating.
• Maintain strong and positive business relationships with suppliers.

Team Management:

• Effectively lead the TP team, ensuring proper resource allocation, team building, motivation, coaching, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate with various teams for continuous improvements, problem-solving, and consultancy.

Other Responsibilities:

• Read and understand mechanical drawings and documents.
• Perform tasks connected with purchasing and cooperation with suppliers and other departments.
• Proactively receive, search, learn, and comply with prevailing laws and company regulations communicated through internal channels.
• Attend relevant training courses on Quality Management, Environment, Occupational Health & Safety, and other required areas.

Experience requirements

• Preferably experience in end-to-end technical procurement within manufacturing environment
• Good English skills, commercial analysis and negotiation
• Strong collaboration with internal & external stakeholders
• Read and understand technical drawing
• Technical and engineering knowledge (such as machine construction and programing, technology, production engineering)
• Basic knowledge about available automation systems in a market (vision system, robots, linear drive, PLC, etc.)
• Market knowledge in electronics/ mechanical parts, is an advantage.

Education requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering background (Automation, Mechanical, EE, etc.)

If you are ready to join this job opportunity, please click on APPLY BUTTON or reach out to Mr. Huy Le via huy.le@adecco.com or +84 7969 43924 for immediate attention. 

Contact Person

•   Huy Le
•  Adecco