Procurement Executive ( Alcohol )
Description
About Fouress Synergy
Fouress Synergy is a growing international trading company specializing in global industrial commodities. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented, and commercially driven Procurement Executive – Alcohol to join our team onsite in South Korea.
In this role, you will support alcohol sourcing, supplier coordination, price negotiation, and procurement operations. You will work closely with our global sales teams and international suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, reliable product availability, and timely quotations to support our international trading operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sourcing & Supplier Coordination
Identify and develop relationships with alcohol manufacturers, producers, suppliers, and trading partners, particularly in China and other international markets.
Source alcohol products based on customer requirements, product specifications, target prices, and sales demand.
Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotations, product specifications, availability, and lead times.
Maintain an updated database of suppliers, product details, market prices, and sourcing opportunities.
2. Pricing & Commercial Support
Provide timely and accurate pricing information to the global sales team to support customer quotations.
Negotiate purchase prices, payment terms, and commercial conditions to secure competitive rates and protect profit margins.
Follow up on pending quotations and price confirmations to minimize delays in customer responses.
Monitor market trends, supplier pricing, and changes in product availability to identify cost-saving opportunities.
3. Procurement & Order Management
Assist in preparing and processing purchase orders, supplier quotations, and procurement documentation.
Coordinate with suppliers to confirm product specifications, purity or concentration, quantities, packaging, and delivery schedules.
Track purchase orders and follow up regularly to ensure timely order execution.
Maintain accurate records of supplier quotations, purchase orders, pricing, and procurement activities.
4. Logistics & Compliance Coordination
Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams regarding shipment schedules, lead times, and delivery requirements.
Support import/export documentation and logistics coordination, including Incoterms, shipping arrangements, and customs clearance.
Assist in collecting product specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Certificates of Analysis (CoA), and other relevant product documentation.
Coordinate with relevant internal teams and suppliers to support applicable product handling, transportation, and trade compliance requirements.
Monitor delivery progress and communicate potential delays or supply issues proactively.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with international sales teams to understand customer requirements, target prices, and market demand.
Coordinate with Chinese manufacturers and suppliers using Mandarin to ensure clear and efficient communication.
Support the procurement team in identifying reliable suppliers and improving sourcing efficiency.
Contribute to building a responsive, cost-effective, and dependable procurement process.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain operations, preferably in alcohol, industrial chemicals, solvents, or commodity trading.
Language Skills: Native or fluent Mandarin proficiency, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Good English communication skills are required.
Sourcing Skills: Basic experience in supplier identification, quotation management, price negotiation, and purchase coordination.
Product Knowledge: Familiarity with alcohol products such as ethanol, methanol, isopropyl alcohol (IPA), or other relevant industrial alcohols is an advantage.
Commercial Understanding: Basic knowledge of supplier pricing, international trade, and procurement processes.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with Incoterms, import/export documentation, shipping logistics, and relevant product safety documentation is preferred.
Communication: Strong coordination, follow-up, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Work Approach: Detail-oriented, proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, internationally coordinated environment.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
Availability: Willingness to work fully onsite in South Korea and coordinate with international suppliers and sales teams across time zones.
What We Offer
Competitive salary package based on experience and qualifications.
Opportunities to develop expertise in international alcohol procurement and commodity trading.
Exposure to global suppliers, international markets, and cross-border commercial operations.
A dynamic, multicultural work environment with opportunities for professional growth.