Supports procurement operations by communicating with global suppliers, negotiating competitive polymer and plastic raw material pricing, relaying finalized quotes to sales, managing purchasing and shipping documentation, tracking international orders, and reporting procurement pipeline updates and delivery risks.
This is a remote position.
Job Purpose
To support procurement operations by maintaining vendor communication, tracking delivery documentation, and securing rapid, competitive raw material quotations to enable the sales team in closing commercial deals efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
1. Supplier Coordination
- Communicate daily with suppliers in China, Korea, Thailand, and other global regions.
- Maintain professional, timely, and accurate correspondence with all vendor partners.
2. Price Negotiation
- Request and secure competitive price quotes for polymers and plastic raw materials.
- Leverage existing vendor networks to obtain best‑market pricing.
3. Sales Enablement
- Relay finalized pricing information promptly to internal sales teams.
- Support sales divisions by ensuring rapid turnaround on procurement inputs.
4. Documentation Management
- Compile, organize, and archive shipping, customs, and purchasing documents.
- Maintain accurate records for internal audits and compliance checks.
5. Reporting
- Provide regular updates on procurement pipeline, shipment tracking, and documentation status.
- Submit structured reports directly to the Unit Head.
6. Order Tracking
- Monitor international shipment statuses and proactively flag potential delays.
- Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure smooth delivery timelines.
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