Purchase Assistant – Footwear

Job Purpose:

To support the procurement team in sourcing, purchasing, and managing footwear products and materials, ensuring timely availability, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in sourcing footwear products, raw materials, and suppliers.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders as per company requirements.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Monitor and follow up on order status to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain vendor databases and update product catalogues.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance (quality, reliability, cost, and delivery).
• Coordinate with the design, production, and inventory teams to forecast purchasing needs.
• Prepare reports on purchases, costs, and stock levels.
• Support in resolving supplier-related issues such as delays, shortages, or quality discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, budgets, and ethical sourcing standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain (preferably in footwear, apparel, or retail industry).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of procurement processes and vendor management.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Key Competencies:

• Commercial awareness
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Relationship management
• Analytical thinking
• Team collaboration

Job Type: Full-time