Plan purchase of machines and spare parts internationally after receiving purchase requisition with complete specification from concerned departments.
Make inquiries (Request for Quotation - RFQ) to multiple suppliers to acquire the best quotations for the product required.
Negotiate with suppliers on the item costs, payments, and delivery terms, and issue the purchase orders to the qualified suppliers.
Coordinate with the finance department to make payment based on payment terms and get confirmation from the supplier upon receipt of payment.
Follow up with supplier on regular basis to check that required material reaches on time.
Coordinate with logistics department and store that all required documentation is done in order to get the required material in due time.
Concentrate on the cost reduction process by reducing the import expense to control the purchasing budget by checking the availability of the item in the local market.
Research on competitive alternative suppliers in the international and local market