Asset Associate

Job Id R239685; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in Malaysia seeks an Asset Associate to manage purchase orders and supplier relationships. The role involves coordinating supplier backlogs, tracking shipments, and ensuring timely deliveries. Candidates should have experience with ERP systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment. English proficiency is mandatory. This is a full-time position located in Penang, Malaysia, within the Product & Supplier Management category.

Qualifications

• Experience working in ERP systems, preferably with Oracle.
• Ability to solve problems effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills for internal and external relations.
• Cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage EDI and manual purchase order entry.
• Re-plan supplier backlog in line with demands.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding backlog and shipping information.
• Monitor on-time delivery from suppliers.
• Accountable for resolving shipping discrepancies.

Skills

Experience in ERP systems

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Result-oriented

English proficiency

Job description

Position: Asset Associate

Job Description

All tasks to be carried out in a quality manner, consistent with the Company vision and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage both EDI and manual purchase order entry
• Re-plan and manage supplier backlog in line with demands and supplier agreements: confirmation, reschedule, cancellation and reconciliation.
• Manage VMI Buffer Min and Max level.

Communicate with the Suppliers regarding purchase order backlog, shipping and tracking information: track and prioritize urgent shipments.

• Be accountable for receipts from the suppliers and resolution of shipping discrepancies.
• Ensure correct receipt of supplier invoices and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor supplier on-time delivery.
• Manage responsible Manufactory inventory level.
• Manage Supplier non-conformity-Receiving
• Occasionally participate in meetings with suppliers as required.
• Support New suppliers implementation in Hub program.

Focus Areas

• Quality of supplier backlog
• Quality of receipts
• Quality of Price discrepancy
• Quality of buffer fulfilment
• Quality of Excess reporting
• Process time for purchase order placement and backlog changes
• Process time for supplier reports

Focus Areas

• Global Management Team
• Global and Regional Program Management Team
• Global Marketing Team
• Global Service Centres
• Process Engineering Team
• Global Finance Team
• Global Warehouse & Logistics Team
• Customer

Key Requirements

• Has experience working in ERP systems (Oracle would be an advantage) and preferably has experience of Global purchasing in a commodity/fast paced environment.
• Great problem solver to ensure issues are addressed short term as well as long term to improve service levels>
• Organized, methodical with attention to details and accuracy.
• High level of ownership and accountability for assigned tasks.
• Great team player, good communication skills suitable for both internal and external communities.
• Willing to work in a challenging and multicultural environment.>
• Knows how to achieve results through influencing others and understands the challenges of cross functional working.
• Ability to respond rapidly and professionally to the demand of a high pressure commercial environment.
• Willing to work in a challenging and multicultural environment.
• English mandatory both verbal and written.

Location: MY-Penang, Malaysia (Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah)

Time Type: Full time

Job Category: Product & Supplier Management