Purchasing Specialist (Components)

Our client is a European buying office with regional office in Hong Kong. With own brands in innovative vehicles and well-known business around Europe, they are now seeking an experienced Purchasing Specialist (Integrated Combustion Engines) to join their buying team in Hong Kong.

• Involved in whole purchasing process such as quotation, vendor selection and development
• Price negotiation according to sales strategy on components and tooling materials
• Cost-saving, sourcing and merchandising, production till shipment delivery 
• The activities are based on the purchasing strategy under consideration of total cost optimization philosophy. 
• Maintain client relationship and service for European market
• Report to Head of Purchasing in HK, liaise with internal teams including HQ Design and R&D Team, QA, Logistics and external suppliers within Asia including China and Taiwan
• Data input to ensure process is aligned with company standards and compliance 

• Diploma or degree holder in any disciplines  
• At least 3-5 years of purchasing experience in direct materials for engines or motors etc 
• Efficient, fast-paced and organized individual
• Proficient in both spoken and written English
• Proficient in MS Office applications, knowledge of SAP system is desired but not a must 
• Travelling to supplier production for occasional visits is required