Assistant Purchasing Executive

Job Responsibility

1. Perform daily purchasing activities
2. Conduct market research & market trends to source potential products
3. Identify and pursue new vendor opportunities and develop strong partnerships.
4. Analyze and calculate purchasing costs and develop cost reduction strategies.
5. Negotiate and manage contracts with vendors, including costs and terms of supply, service, quality, timelines, etc. to ensure the best deal.
6. Develop and work to improve purchasing processes.
7. Ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
8. Monitor inventory control to determine purchasing needs and perform inventory management.
9. Research and select ideal freight forwarders and negotiate rates.
10. Work with other departments to incorporate Purchasing SOP.
11. Travel overseas for sourcing and negotiation.
12. Maintain cordial working relationships with vendors and supervise vendor activities and performance.
13. Assist in new potential product testing.
14. Determine product specifications according to various factors and uses.
15. Understand products in detail and consult market research materials to support design & sales activities.
16. Submit proposals and designs for evaluation by management before moving to the next stage.
17. Maintain knowledge of market/industry trends and conduct market comparisons.
18. Perform any ad-hoc assignments from time to time.

Job Requirements

1. Malaysian only
2. Candidates must possess at least a Degree
3. Prefer Mandarin speaker due to business nature and mainly sourcing with China.
4. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
5. Prefer candidates from E-commerce/Live Industry background.
6. Prefer purchasing/procurement experience from the wellness/healthcare industry.
7. Willing to work in Puchong.
8. Willing to travel overseas whenever needed.

Job Benefits

1. Daily Lunch
2. Group insurance
3. Reasonable package