1. International Procurement & Vendor Relations Direct Communication: Act as a contact for suppliers and vendors in China, to place orders, follow up on production timelines, and resolve issues/discrepancies. Negotiation: Assist in negotiating pricing, payment terms, and contract specifications to ensure cost-effective purchasing. Relationship Management: Maintain and strengthen long-term vendor relationships to ensure priority service and quality. 2. Order Management & Documentation PO Processing: Prepare, process, verify and track purchase orders (POs). PO delivery & receipt: Manage PO shipments and ensure accurate receipt of goods Logistics & Customs: Handle essential customs and import/export documentation to ensure shipments clear international borders without delay. Financial Records: Maintain accurate records of all purchases, current pricing, delivery schedules and payment processing.
– Language (Mandarin) : Native or professional fluency in Mandarin (spoken and written) required for daily communication with overseas partners.
-Language (English) : Professional proficiency in English for local reporting and internal collaboration.
-Experience : A minimum of 2 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role is required.
-Technical Skills : High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (for inventory tracking), Word, and PowerPoint.
-Soft Skills : Exceptional organizational abilities with a proven track record of managing competing priorities and meeting rigorous deadlines in a high-volume environment.
-Aptitude : Demonstrated ability to contribute to a collaborative team environment while also maintaining the initiative to work independently.