Buyer - Direct Categories

At Transitions Optical we help people live more vibrant lives by enhancing their vision and the way they perceive light.

We are the manufacturer of Transitions ® eyeglass lenses, the world's leading photochromic lens. Transitions ® lenses automatically adapt to changing light. They darken outdoors and return back to clear when you come inside.

Our talented people make significant advances in color science and lens materials, setting new standards of advanced performance to provide ever increasing visual comfort and optimum harmful blue light protection, and always blocking 100% of UVA and UVB rays.

Product leadership, consumer focus, and operational excellence have made Transitions ® lenses one of the most recognized brands in optics.

Transitions Optical is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses.

Position: Buyer - Direct Categories

Location: Transitions Optical, Amata, Chonburi

Reporting Manager:  Country Sourcing Manager - Thailand

Mission: 
The Buyer will,

• Lead and coordinate sourcing operations for Host entity with internal stakeholders, external stakeholders.
• Comply and implement strategic sourcing plans in line with country, regional and global directions. 
• Engage with suppliers, negotiate, and ensure the timely delivery of goods and services.

Responsibilities:

• Supplier Management 
  • Handle the onboarding of new suppliers and control the changes to supplier master data. 
  • Monitor supplier performance, evaluation and feedback (when required).
  • Perform supplier audit (when required) to assess the capabilities and identify any business continuity risks. 
  • Manage supplier relationships and escalations (internal and external). 

• Sourcing Operating Process
  • Understand and clarify user expectation of RFQ (Request For Quotation) received. 
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as local regulations and laws.
  • Evaluate and Select Suppliers | No conflict of interest, transparent competitive bidding and adherence to EL standards.
  • Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the sourcing process meets the needs of stakeholders and the company.
  • Ensure Goods and services procured from suppliers is as per defined quality standards, is delivered on time at the right cost.
  • Monitor and report cost impacts, Value Add and Cost Avoidance and other applicable metrics.
  • Measure supplier performance, Resolve any conflicts and handle escalations from Project team and suppliers.
  • Manage necessary transaction activities applicable to direct procurement (ex. convert PR to PO for non stock items).  
  • Maintain Support transactional activities of Indirect procurement on an interim basis, until full deployment of SAP
  • Undertake other duties as appropriate within his/her competence, as required by Country Sourcing Manager from time to time.

Skills & Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Purchasing & Supply Chain Mgt / Engineering / Business Administration, or related disciplines
• At least 5 years experienced in sourcing, purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management Experience in the manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of import and export processes, logistics and supply chain functions are an advantage 
• Knowledge and Skills
  • Strong knowledge of sourcing processes, procurement best practices, and supply chain management
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interaction effectively with stakeholders
  • Position requires good analytical and negotiation skills 
  • Deadline oriented with the ability to organize assignments, set priorities and carry out plans
  • Good knowledge of finance, legal and contract management is advantageous
  • Good command of verbal and written communication skills (in English and the local language) 
  • Proficiency in MS Office, understanding of ERP system e.g., Oracle, SAP is a plus
  • Mature, self-motivated, flexible, proactive, enthusiastic, capable of multi-tasking effectively
  • Able to perform under pressure in a networked environment
  • Strong team-player, and able to work independently 

Stake-holders internal/external:

• Internal: Organisation of the plant 
• External: Suppliers