Assistant Manager Purchasing (Apparel Industry)

Talent Recruit; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,933 - 72,986; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the apparel industry is seeking an Assistant Manager - Purchasing in Kuala Lumpur. This role focuses on developing and implementing purchasing strategies to ensure cost efficiency and quality standards. Responsibilities include sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, managing Purchase Orders, and leading a purchasing team. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in procurement with a relevant diploma or degree and must be fluent in Bahasa Malaysia. Strong knowledge of the apparel, accessories, and footwear industry is preferable.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of a Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management.
• At least 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Prior experience leading or supervising junior purchasing staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies for cost efficiency and quality.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for materials and items.
• Oversee Purchase Orders (POs) for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Manage purchasing budgets and support cost-saving initiatives.
• Lead and supervise the purchasing team with training.

Skills

Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia

Vendor management

Cost negotiation

Inventory planning

Supervisory skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Job description

Company Background: Apparel Industry (Uniforms & Accessories)

Position Title: Assistant Manager - Purchasing

Working day: Monday to Friday, 830am - 5:30pm

Work Location: Cheras, KL

Salary range: up to RM6,000

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to achieve cost efficiency, quality standards, and on-time delivery targets.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for materials, trims, accessories, and footwear items.
• Oversee and manage Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely fulfilment.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company SOPs, documentation standards, and audit requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate closely with Production and Warehouse teams to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Manage and control purchasing budgets, while supporting cost-saving and value-improvement initiatives.
• Review and evaluate supplier performance, maintaining accurate and up-to-date vendor records.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, and proactively resolve delivery, quality, or supply issues.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Warehouse, and Accounts to support operational and business needs.
• Lead, guide, and supervise the purchasing team, providing training, performance guidance, and decision support.

Job Requirements

• Minimum qualification of a Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, or a related study.
• At least 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in purchasing, procurement, or sourcing roles.
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia
• Experience in the apparel, accessories, and footwear industry will be a strong added advantage.
• Exposure to vendor management, cost negotiation, inventory planning, and contract administration is preferred.
• Prior experience leading or supervising junior purchasing staff will be an added advantage.