Department:
Marketing & Communications
Location:
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Reports to:
Marketing & Communications Director
Job Purpose
To research, analyze, and monitor the raw materials market in order to support effective purchasing decisions, optimize input costs, and minimize supply and price fluctuation risks for the Company.
Key Responsibilities
Market Analysis & Reporting
Monitor raw material price movements and assess supply–demand trends affecting input costs.
Evaluate the impact of weather conditions, climate change, diseases, and external factors on raw material supply and pricing.
Provide price range recommendations, optimal purchasing timing, and market risk alerts.
Track harvest seasons and output across key sourcing regions to support procurement and production planning.
Collect, analyze, and report data on raw material prices, seasonal patterns, production volumes, sourcing regions, and supply availability in Vietnam.
Data Management & Internal Processes
Collect, consolidate, and standardize raw materials market data from multiple sources.
Build, update, and manage databases related to raw material prices, seasons, and supply sources.
Prepare weekly and monthly reports for management decision- making.
Comply with company and group policies, procedures, and regulations.
Develop and improve SOPs and guidelines related to input market analysis.
Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and timely updates in accordance with management requirements.
Cross- functional & Stakeholder Support
Support the Procurement team in market evaluation and supplier negotiation.
Provide raw materials market insights and analytical reports to the Board of Management.
Coordinate with Procurement, Production, and Planning teams to align raw material supply with production plans.
Participate in discussions with suppliers and sourcing partners to collect and validate market information when required.
Learning & Development
Participate in training programs organized by the Group.
Contribute to developing training materials and delivering knowledge- sharing sessions for partners or internal teams.
Support capability building and professional development for junior staff (if applicable).
Authority & Accountability
Propose methodologies, regulations, and tools for collecting and analyzing raw materials market data.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and Board of Management.
Request necessary data and information from related departments to support analysis tasks.
Provide market insights and recommendations on purchasing timing, pricing, and supply risks.
