Procurement Executive
Job Summary
The Procurement Executive manages procurement activities to ensure timely acquisition of materials, components, and services. They are responsible for evaluating suppliers, negotiating terms, and optimizing costs to support manufacturing operations. This role involves maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring production requirements are met efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Process PRs and generate POs
- Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers
- Manage supplier performance and relationships
- Identify cost-saving and reduction opportunities
- Ensure timely delivery of production materials
Required Skills
- 2-3 years of procurement/supply chain experience
- Manufacturing industry background
- Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Proficiency in Mandarin (advantageous)
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement Operations:
- Process Purchase Requisitions (PR) and generate Purchase Orders (PO) in accordance with company procedures.
- Source and obtain quotations from qualified suppliers.
- Evaluate quotations based on price, quality, delivery lead time, and service level.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions with suppliers.
- Ensure timely procurement of materials and services to support production requirements.
- Follow up on outstanding orders and expedite deliveries when necessary.
Supplier Management:
- Identify, evaluate, and develop new suppliers to support business requirements.
- Maintain good relationships with existing suppliers.
- Conduct supplier performance evaluations based on quality, delivery, cost, and responsiveness.
- Coordinate with suppliers to resolve supply, quality, and delivery issues.
Cost Management:
- Identify cost reduction and cost-saving opportunities.
- Conduct market research and benchmark pricing trends.
- Recommend alternative suppliers or materials where appropriate.
- Prepare and maintain cost-saving reports and procurement analysis.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of working experience in Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain functions. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Language Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Mandarin proficiency is an added advantage for dealing with overseas suppliers.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Teamwork and Collaboration.