Senior Local Purchasing Specialist

JOB PURPOSE

As a Local Purchasing specialist in Sierra, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely
procurement of materials and components required for our engineering and
manufacturing operations. Your role will involve collaborating with various departments
to identify needs, sourcing materials from local suppliers, negotiating contracts, and
maintaining supplier relationships to support our production processes

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Analyzing procurement needs: Conducting an analysis of the company's
  requirements for locally sourced materials and services and understanding the
  precise requirements of each department or project within the company.
•  Supplier research and selection: Researching reliable and qualified local suppliers
  to meet the company's needs, evaluating, and selecting the best among them
  based on criteria such as quality, price, and timely delivery.
•  Request for quotations and negotiations: Preparing requests for quotations and
  price inquiries, reviewing the proposals submitted by suppliers, and negotiating to
  obtain favorable terms and prices for the company.
•  Conducting purchases: Issuing purchase orders and entering contracts with
  selected suppliers, overseeing the complete procurement process, including
  monitoring deliveries, inspecting quality, and ensuring compliance with specified
  standards.
•  Managing supplier relationships: Building and managing strong and sustainable
  relationships with local suppliers, engaging with them regularly to monitor
  performance and address any issues or challenges that arise.
•  Compliance with policies and procedures: Adhering to company policies and
  procedures related to procurement operations, ensuring compliance with relevant
  legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.
•  Performance evaluation and improvement: Assessing supplier performance and
  monitoring internal customer satisfaction with local procurement, working on
  process improvement, and developing procurement strategies to achieve optimal
  performance.