Procurement associate - corporate itShopee

Job Description
Job Description:
Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
To source, negotiate and establish purchases for IT goods and services
Build up and maintain the inventory of all current and upcoming purchases
Review and analyse spend, vendors/suppliers, commercial terms
Maintain and update the list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
Work with IT technical team and HQ procurement team to propose good solutions from commercial perspective, ensure out-coming high quality products/supplies
Participate in negotiation for the best deal for pricing and supply contracts, and propose the best value option from suppliers
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field is preferred
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience operating in a similar role
Knowledge of commercial relationship build-up and procurement techniques/process
Experience in negotiations and networking
Strong analytical skill, accurate and precise attention to details
Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently
Good resource of supplier solutions is added advantage
Work experience in IT Suppliers/IT industry is added advantage
Initiative, enthusiasm and willingness to learn in a fluid and fast-paced environment
Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively at all levels and with HQ Procurement team