Asset Associate

Arrow Electronics; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics firm in Penang seeks an Asset Associate to manage purchase orders and supplier communications. The ideal candidate has ERP experience, strong problem-solving skills, and exceptional attention to detail. Responsibilities include managing supplier backlogs, monitoring deliveries, and ensuring accuracy in invoice receipts. A collaborative, multicultural environment awaits you, and fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working in ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Ability to respond rapidly and professionally in a high-pressure environment.
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage EDI and manual purchase order entry.
• Re-plan and manage supplier backlog.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding purchase orders.
• Ensure correct receipt of supplier invoices.
• Monitor supplier on-time delivery.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Influencing skills

Education

Experience in ERP systems (Oracle preferred)

Experience in global purchasing

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