•Strengthen the bargaining power of the business by consolidating purchases through vendor reduction
•Optimize cost effective sourcing/purchasing for the company
•Support and coordinate internal departments in sourcing new suppliers
•Identify reliable sources of supply capable of meeting bid criteria e.g. delivery, quality and price
•Work closely with other internal departments to ensure satisfactory service level
•To monitor Performance Indicator , Purchase Order Performance and Supplier Delivery performance
•Develop budgets and cost reduction strategies based on negotiated prices
•Develop and apply contractual arrangements with suppliers