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Cikarang, Jawa Barat, IDN
In-Office
Mid level
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The Role
Manage purchasing and supplier relationships for local and overseas manufacturers. Lead sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation, contracts, performance reviews, technical supplier assessments, localization, cost reduction, and make-or-buy analysis. Maintain procurement data in ERP systems, monitor costs and lead times, track KPIs, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Sales, and Global Procurement. Support technical sourcing by reviewing drawings, specifications, manufacturing processes, and alternative materials or production methods.
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Purchaser/Procurement EngineerKey Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

  • Manage daily purchasing activities for local and overseas suppliers.
  • Ensure sourcing and procurement activities meet requirements in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and availability.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to improve cost, quality, delivery performance, and overall competitiveness.
  • Lead supplier evaluation, selection, negotiation, and performance review processes.
  • Prepare and maintain supplier agreements, contracts, and price lists.
  • Support Global Sourcing initiatives and implement sourcing strategies locally.
  • Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Sales, and Global Procurement teams to identify cost-saving and localization opportunities.
  • Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing to ensure competitive purchasing decisions.
  • Support customer inquiries related to price, lead time, and sourcing availability.

Technical Sourcing & Localization

  • Evaluate technical requirements, drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes for sourced components.
  • Identify suitable suppliers based on manufacturing capability, quality standards, and commercial competitiveness.
  • Support localization projects by developing local suppliers and reducing dependency on imported components.
  • Work closely with Engineering teams to identify alternative materials, manufacturing methods, and sourcing strategies.
  • Participate in supplier visits, technical discussions, and supplier development activities.
  • Support make-or-buy analysis and cost breakdown activities for manufactured components.

Item & Supplier Data Management

  • Maintain accurate item, supplier, and sourcing information in ERP systems (LN, Compass, SAP, etc.).
  • Ensure sourcing records, supplier documents, and purchasing data are updated and properly maintained.
  • Support procurement engineering activities and implementation of management decisions.

Cost & Performance Management

  • Monitor purchasing costs and identify cost reduction opportunities.
  • Perform lead-time analysis and implement actions to improve sourcing responsiveness.
  • Prepare procurement reports and KPI tracking according to company and global requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve supplier performance and procurement efficiency.

Requirements

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Sourcing, or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment.

Technical Competencies

  • Ability to read and understand technical and manufacturing drawings.
  • Good understanding of manufacturing processes such as: Machining Casting Forging Welding Fabrication
  • Experience in supplier sourcing, technical evaluation, and supplier development.
  • Experience in localization projects is highly preferred.
  • Familiar with cost analysis, RFQ/RFP process, contract negotiation, and supplier management.

Systems & Languages

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, LN, Compass, Oracle, or similar.
  • Good communication skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia, both written and spoken.

Personal Attributes

  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
  • Able to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Suppliers.
  • Result-oriented with strong ownership and follow-up capability.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, or a related field
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to read and understand technical and manufacturing drawings
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, casting, forging, welding, and fabrication
  • Experience in supplier sourcing, technical evaluation, and supplier development
  • Experience with localization projects
  • Familiarity with cost analysis, RFQ/RFP processes, contract negotiation, and supplier management
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, LN, Compass, Oracle, or similar
  • Good written and spoken English and Bahasa Indonesia communication skills
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and suppliers
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The Company
HQ: Espoo
13,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1938

What We Do

Valmet is the leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. We aim to become the global champion in serving our customers. Valmet's strong technology offering includes pulp mills, tissue, board and paper production lines, as well as power plants for bioenergy production. Our advanced services and automation solutions improve the reliability and performance of our customers' processes and enhance the effective utilization of raw materials and energy. Valmet's net sales in 2019 were approximately EUR 3.5 billion. Our more than 13,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers' performance forward - every day. Valmet's head office is in Espoo, Finland and its shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.

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