Company and Objectives
The Yarn Purchasing Lead is responsible for sourcing and purchasing yarn to support the mill’s production requirements. This role ensures consistent material supply, competitive costing, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards to support smooth manufacturing operations.
Job Description
- Lead weekly planning meetings with the Production Head to align yarn supply with production schedules.
- Source and assess local and overseas yarn suppliers based on quality, pricing, reliability, and lead time.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to secure favorable purchasing conditions.
- Ensure purchased yarn complies with company quality standards and production specifications.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to maintain adequate supply while minimizing excess stock and storage costs.
- Track market trends, pricing movements, and new yarn developments to support effective purchasing decisions.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure a stable and dependable supply chain.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising product quality or production requirements.
- Coordinate shipment and delivery arrangements to ensure timely receipt of materials.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, contracts, and payment documentation.
- Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Finance teams to support operational requirements.
Requirements
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Good understanding of yarn types, yarn properties, and textile quality standards.
- Knowledge of textile manufacturing and production processes.
- Ability to analyze market conditions and identify suitable suppliers.
- Familiarity with procurement systems and inventory management tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Able to work independently as well as collaboratively across departments.
- Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in documentation and reporting.
- Communication skills with good command of English(intermediate).
How to Apply
Email: info@niusearch.co (YES, dot co, NOT dot com)
Interested candidates may send up-to-date CVs to above email address along with expected salary. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your support.
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