Purchasing Specialist
Nippon Paint Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
Executive - Procurement
Key Responsibilities
- Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases.
- Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers.
- Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
- Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options.
- Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies.
- Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts.
- Ensure that the products and supplies are high quality.
- Maintain and update a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and other related management reports.
Qualifications for the Ideal Candidate
- Degree or equivalent qualifications in Procurement Management/Supply & Material Management from a recognized university/institute or professional body (ISMM).
- Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a procurement executive or related position.
- Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
- Previous work experience with SAP application would be a definite advantage.
Salary/Benefits
The successful candidate will be provided with a competitive remuneration package on par with the industry standard and other fringe benefits.
Application Instructions
Please forward your resume by post or e-mail to reach the address given below within 7 days of this advertisement. Please mark the post applied on the left-hand corner of the envelope or subject line on e-mails.
Head of People and Culture
NIPPON PAINT LANKA (PVT) LTD.
69A, Buthgamuwa Road, Rajagiriya.
eMail: careers@nipponpaint.com.lk
Tel: 011 4 600 400 Fax: 011 4 600 409