Purchase Analyst-Supplier Quality

Job Requirements Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services. Implement procurement strategies to enhance quality, reduce risks, and control costs. Coordinate and work closely with the costing team in should-cost analysis of components, generating cost-saving ideas, and driving their implementation. Conduct thorough market research to identify potential suppliers in the APAC region, ensuring alignment with product technical requirements and supplier capabilities. Manage project timelines and coordinate with the buyer/commercial team to make informed sourcing decisions. Collaborate with the software team to develop procurement tools and applications from an end-user perspective, fostering a procurement mindset. Assess and validate internal and supplier Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) packages to ensure all requirements are met. Demonstrate knowledge of control plans, basic Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and traceability. Implement continuous improvement practices to enhance supplier quality and performance. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Power Platforms, including Power BI and Power Automate. Ability to create data-driven reports and automate workflows to improve business productivity. Work with the global procurement team and legal team for NDA drafts. Collaborate with suppliers to obtain Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs). Work Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience. Strong working experience in Supplier Quality. Show more Show less