Senior Buyer (Transportation)

LOCATION: Bangkok
JOB TYPE: Full Time and Permanent
CATEGORY: Transportation & Logistics

Salary: ฿60,000 – ฿80,000 based on Performance and Experience with very competitive allowances

Job Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies for transportation spend categories, aligning with business objectives and stakeholder requirements.
  • Cost Optimization: Drive significant cost savings through innovative procurement initiatives, including supplier negotiations, contract optimization, and exploring alternative transportation modes.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key transportation providers, fostering collaboration and ensuring reliable service delivery.
  • Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate potential risks within the transportation supply chain, such as capacity constraints, geopolitical factors, and natural disasters.
    Contract Management: Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, including negotiation, execution, and performance management, to
  • ensure compliance and maximize value.
  • Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure transportation efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service quality.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce lead times, and improve overall transportation operations.
  • Project Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide procurement support for various projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective execution.
  • Market Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging transportation technologies to inform strategic decision-making.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation procurement or logistics.
  • Strong understanding of transportation modes (e.g., road, rail, air, sea) and their associated costs and challenges.
  • Proven track record in negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier relationships.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with procurement systems (e.g., SAP) is preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
  • Knowledge of international trade regulations and customs procedures.
  • Certification in procurement or supply chain management.

By focusing on strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and risk mitigation, the Senior Buyer (Transportation) will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective movement of goods.


A Referral Fee Applies:
If you refer the successful candidate ฿2,500 will be paid to you immediately after they are placed.
You will receive notification of their acceptance of an offer and expected payment date if you refer the successful candidate.
If you have been referred then please tick the 'I have been referred' box and fill in the referrers name & email address in the Job Application form.

Only Thai nationals residing in Thailand need to apply.

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