Reports to: Buyer Material Planning Section Manager
Purpose: 
The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring imported components, materials, and equipment required for the manufacture of commercial refrigeration units. This role ensures continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, quality compliance, and on-time delivery of critical components. The position works closely with production planning, engineering, logistics, quality, and finance teams to support efficient manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties: 
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with international suppliers. 
Manage purchase orders in line with production plans, BOM requirements, and inventory targets 
Coordinate import logistics, including Incoterms, shipment scheduling, freight forwarders, and customs documentation 
Ensure compliance with import regulations, customs tariffs, and trade agreements 
Support engineering and quality teams with supplier technical documentation, specifications, and certifications 
Monitor supplier performance on cost, delivery, quality, and technical compliance 
Track shipments and proactively resolve supply delays, shortages, or logistics issues that may impact production 
Collaborate with planning and production to mitigate risks related to long lead-time imported components 
Maintain accurate purchasing, pricing, and supplier data in the ERP system 
Assist with supplier development initiatives and alternative sourcing to reduce risk and cost
Support cost-reduction projects, localization initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts 
Reporting