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Key Responsibilities Source and procure food products from local and international (ASEAN) suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules with suppliers. Identify and develop new sourcing opportunities to ensure competitive pricing and a reliable supply. Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely procurement and product availability. Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to maintain optimal stock. Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier documentation, and import-related paperwork. Build and maintain strong relationships with local and overseas suppliers. Stay informed of market trends, product availability, and pricing within the food industry. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field. 2–3 years of experience in food purchasing, procurement, or sourcing. Experience sourcing from both local and international (ASEAN) suppliers is preferred. Good command of spoken and written English, as the hiring manager is an expatriate.** Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple procurement activities. Experience in the food import, FMCG, or food manufacturing industry is an advantage. Knowledge of import procedures and documentation is a plus.
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Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore account for 642 of the open purchasing roles on WorkMundi. If you're looking in those regions, you have real volume to work with. The US has 130 open positions. Check where your target employers are hiring before you apply.
About 59% of purchasing ads are written in English on our board. That's a useful signal: it tells you which postings to prioritize if English is your working language, but it says nothing about whether the job itself requires you to speak it. Read the full job description.
When you interview for purchasing, expect to explain how you've managed a vendor relationship that went wrong. Hiring managers want to hear a concrete example: which vendor, what broke down, and what you did to fix it or end it. They're testing whether you can handle conflict without burning bridges.
The employers posting most are Private Advertiser (43 jobs), Veterans Health Administration (16), zffriedric (11), and avnet (10). These names tell you where volume hiring is happening—worth researching their interview style and culture before you apply.