APAC Purchasing - (ID: 704612)

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and execute procurement support activities to ensure smooth purchasing operations.

• Build and maintain proactive commercial relationships with suppliers, managing requests, quotations, and purchasing requirements.

• Identify potential procurement issues and opportunities, and recommend effective solutions.

• Participate in global procurement meetings and contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives.

• Collaborate closely with Procurement, Product Development, and Quality Assurance teams to support business objectives.

• Source new raw materials and ingredients to support product development projects.

• Manage the introduction and qualification of new raw materials and packaging materials.

• Support Application and R&D teams by identifying and sourcing innovative products and ingredients.

• Assist with procurement projects and initiatives assigned by the Purchasing Department in HQ.

• Process Goods Receipt (GR) and MIGO transactions in SAP for raw materials and related purchases.

• Support and comply with ISO Quality Management System requirements and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation, and reporting.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum 4 years of experience in the food industry, preferably with exposure to food ingredients and raw materials sourcing.

• Strong command of English, both written and spoken.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and cultures.

• Strong administrative and organizational skills with high attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Power BI.

Experience working with European business culture and international stakeholders is an advantage.

• Familiarity with SAP, particularly Goods Receipt (GR) and MIGO transactions, is preferred.

• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage challenges professionally in a fast-paced environment.