Senior Executive - Procurement

About the role

Eiger Holdings, founded in 2015, is a leading distributor of food ingredients, processed foods and beverages in Sri Lanka, serving industrial, foodservice and retail sectors. It is looking for a Senior Executive - Procurement to handle international sourcing, freight and logistics, and the procure-to-pay process.

Key responsibilities

• Negotiate with overseas suppliers for purchase orders, pricing and samples.
• Identify and evaluate international suppliers against quality, cost and delivery requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end procure-to-pay process, including purchase orders, supplier coordination and documentation.
• Follow up on LCL, FCL and airfreight shipments to ensure timely delivery.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, shipping lines and transporters to secure the best freight and logistics rates.
• Coordinate shipment documents such as invoices, packing lists, BL/AWB and other import documents.
• Work with freight forwarding agents and government authorities to ensure smooth customs clearance and regulatory compliance.
• Work with finance, warehouse and operations teams so goods arrive accurately and on time.
• Monitor shipment timelines, resolve logistics or supplier issues proactively and support cost optimisation through supplier negotiations and freight rate comparisons.
• Maintain accurate procurement and shipment records.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in import procurement, logistics or supply chain operations.
• Good knowledge of international procurement processes and import documentation.
• Experience handling LCL, FCL and airfreight shipments.
• Strong negotiation, coordination and communication skills.
• Ability to work with freight forwarders, suppliers and regulatory authorities.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems is an advantage.

To apply, send your CV by email to the company's careers team, stating the position applied for in the subject line.