Prospector (Purchasing Assistant)

About Us:

Ozeol is a worldwide supplier of B2B products. Specializing in stock clearance and purchasing surplus products on a global scale, including textiles, toys, shoes, accessories, and more. Ozeol allows you to sell your inventories quickly, reducing storage costs. As we continue to expand, we are seeking passionate and talented individuals to join our team.

Why Ozeol?

Global Ecosystem & Scale: Become a vital part of a massive global network with 6,000 employees worldwide, offering you the stability and prestige of a major international player.

Global Mobility & Business Travel: Seize the opportunity for international business trips and cross-border collaboration, connecting with partners and teams across our global locations.

Rapid International Career Progression: We offer a fast-track career path with global mobility opportunities, allowing you to grow your professional footprint beyond local borders.

Global Impact: Work on an international level that significantly enhances our global operations, with a strong focus on environmental sustainability through our CSR initiatives.

Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package with comprehensive benefits.

Your Role:

As a Prospector, you are the "Front-line Hunter" of our global purchasing pipeline. You will use market insights to scan leads, qualify suppliers, and initiate relationships to open new doors for our global buying process. This role offers a clear career path to becoming an International Buyer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Prospecting: Identify new suppliers via the internet, trade fairs, magazines, and international databases.

• Supplier Assessment: Evaluate potential suppliers based on cost, time, quality, and reliability.

• Work with Internationals: Engage with suppliers from various countries, ensuring clear and effective communication.

• Coordinate with Internal Teams: Collaborate with the sales and logistics teams to ensure smooth procurement and delivery processes.

• Data Management: Build and maintain qualified supplier files for the global database.

What We’re Looking For:

Skills and Competencies:

• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business, Trading, Procurement management, or related field.

• Experience: We strongly encourage candidates with a proven track record in Sourcing, Sales or Trading to apply. Specifically, experience in Outbound Sales, Business Development, Sourcing Specialist, or Market Development is highly relevant and valued.

• Commercial Mindset: A strong understanding of commercial principles and the ability to think strategically about procurement and sales.

• English Proficiency: Excellent English-speaking skills to communicate effectively with international suppliers.

• Excel Skills: Effective use of Excel or similar tools to manage data sheets and stock information accurately.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams.

• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills to secure the best deals.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Professionalism: High level of professionalism and confidentiality in all dealings.