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International Sourcing Specialist

Jagota Brothers Trading Ltd. (Khlong Toei)
Khlong Toei
Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭
Jagota Brother Trading Co., Ltd is the leading food supplier of more than 700 kinds e.g. frozen food, seafood, Japanese food, bakery and fruits. Our main customers are hotels, Thai restaurants, Italian restaurants, Japanese restaurants, food factories, supermarket, schools and fresh market. Due to our rapid expansion, we are looking for high caliber and responsible candidates to join our team for the following positions. บริษัทฯ ดำเนินธุรกิจการขายสินค้าบริโภคต่างๆ เช่น อาหารแช่แข็ง, อาหารทะเล, อาหารญี่ปุ่น, เบเกอร์รี่, ผลไม้ ฯลฯ โดยมีสินค้า 700 ชนิด ซึ่งมีกลุ่มลูกค้าหลากหลายเช่น โรงแรม ร้านอาหารไทย ร้านอาหารอิตาเลี่ยน ร้านอาหารญี่ปุ่น โรงงานอาหาร ซุปเปอร์มาร์เก็ต โรงเรียน ตลาดสด ฯลฯ ต้องการบุคลากรที่มีความรู้ ความสามารถ ความรับผิดชอบ มาร่วมทำงานและพัฒนางานในตำแหน่งต่อไปนี้

Detail posisi

The International Sourcing Specialist is responsible for identifying, managing, and negotiating with international suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness in food sourcing, while also developing strategies that align with the company's goals.

Kewajiban

Supplier Identification and Management:
• Identify and evaluate potential international suppliers in line with the company’s quality and cost requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships and consistent quality.
• Conduct regular audits and performance reviews of suppliers to ensure compliance with food safety, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Negotiation and Contracting:
• Negotiate terms and conditions, prices, and contracts with suppliers to secure optimal costs and quality.
• Work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts meet regulatory requirements.

Market Analysis and Strategy Development:
• Conduct market research and monitor global trends in food sourcing, pricing, and quality.
• Develop sourcing strategies that align with the company’s business goals, cost-saving initiatives, and sustainability objectives.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:
• Ensure sourced products meet industry standards, food safety regulations, and company quality guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal teams to maintain quality control throughout the supply chain and to address any issues.

Logistics and Inventory Management:
• Collaborate with logistics to manage lead times, optimize inventory, and reduce risks of delays.
• Maintain records of shipments, invoices, and inventories, and analyze sourcing data to improve efficiency.

Budget and Cost Control:
• Monitor sourcing budget and contribute to cost-reduction initiatives without compromising on quality.
• Prepare reports and analyses of sourcing costs and savings to inform management and decision-makers.

Kualifikasi

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Food Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in international sourcing or procurement within the food industry.
• Proven track record in negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, certifications, and global supply chain logistics.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Fluent in English both writing and speaking.

Preferred Skills:
• Multilingual abilities to communicate with diverse suppliers.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices in sourcing.
• Understanding of the market dynamics and trends in the food industry, including seasonal variations and commodity pricing.