Global Sourcing: Identifying and evaluating overseas suppliers based on price, quality, and reliability. Vendor Negotiation: Requesting quotations, preparing comparison sheets, and negotiating terms (pricing, delivery dates, and payment terms) with international vendors. Order Management: Issuing Purchase Orders (POs) and tracking shipments from departure to final delivery. Logistics & Customs: Coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal logistics teams to ensure compliance with international trade regulations and import laws. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working alongside planning, finance, and quality control departments to align purchasing activities with organizational needs. Obtain samples and follow-up sample approvals by creating a database for all material and coded submittals. Produce Materials Schedules with required lead times for take-off, quotation, cost appraisal, and P.O with delivery periods.