Buyer

SanDisk; Batu Kawan; Sur place; MYR 60 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SanDisk in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Buyer to support end-to-end procurement on-site.

You will conduct sourcing and negotiations, manage supplier relationships and performance, oversee contracts, process POs, handle vendor communications, verify invoices, and ensure compliance with corporate policies.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma; an associate’s or bachelor’s in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is a plus.
• 7+ years in an administrative or purchasing & sourcing related role.

Responsabilités

• Sourcing and supplier negotiation to secure the best value.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance reviews, and risk mitigation.
• Contract governance and pricing terms alignment with Legal.
• Purchase Order processing and confirmation with suppliers.
• Vendor communication, issue resolution, and delivery tracking.
• Invoice verification and collaboration with Finance.
• Administrative support and procurement reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and P2P processes.

Connaissances

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

Vendor communication

English proficiency

ERP familiarity

PO processing

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor in Business/Supply Chain (plus)

Outils

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

General Information

Job Name

Buyer

Country/Region

Malaysia

State

Pulau Pinang (Penang)

City

Batu kawan

Work Location

Penang SDSM Office

Work Mode

Employees work on-site

Exemption Status

Exempt

Business Function

Procurement

Employment Type

Full-time

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Description

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Purchasing Buyer is responsible for supporting the procurement process by handling sourcing (E2E) & purchasing /administrative tasks such as purchase order creation, vendor communication, and delivery management. This role ensures that both sourcing & purchasing activities are processed efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with company policies.

• Sourcing and Negotiation skills

o Strategic sourcing and supplier negotiation skills

o Effective purchasing negotiation combines market intelligence, structured preparation, disciplined trade-offs, and strong stakeholder alignment to deliver sustainable value while managing commercial, legal, and operational risk.

• Supplier & Performance Management

o Own strategic supplier relationships, driving accountability for cost, service levels, innovation, and contractual compliance

o Lead quarterly and annual business reviews with key suppliers to assess performance, risks, and continuous improvement opportunities

o Manage supplier escalations, dispute resolution, and corrective action plans as needed

o Drive supplier rationalization and entitlement strategies to reduce complexity and maximize leverage

• Contract & Governance Management
• Ensure contracts accurately reflect negotiated pricing, commercial terms, deliverables, and risk protections
• Partner with Legal to standardize and improve sourcing and contract lifecycle processes, templates, and governance models
• Purchase Order Processing:
• Create and process purchase orders (POs) based on approved requisitions and ensure accuracy in details such as quantity, pricing, and delivery terms.
• Submit POs to suppliers and follow up on confirmation and delivery schedules.
• Ensure timely and accurate updates in procurement software or ERP systems.
• Vendor Communication:
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery times, and product availability.
• Resolve any basic issues related to orders, including delivery delays, invoice discrepancies, and item shortages.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with vendors.
• Invoice Verification:
• Work with the finance and accounts payable teams to verify that supplier invoices match purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices for payment to suppliers.
• Administrative Support:
• Provide general administrative support to the purchasing department, including filing, responding to inquiries, and assisting with supplier documentation.
• Assist with preparing reports on procurement activities such as open orders, delivery schedules, and purchase spend.
• Compliance and Policy Adherence:
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Support the team in ensuring that purchasing follows ethical standards and regulations.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify areas where the purchasing process can be streamlined and suggest improvements.
• Participate in training sessions to improve procurement knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is a plus.

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in an administrative or purchasing & Sourcing related role.
• Skills:
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and terms is preferred.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic experience with ERP or procurement software is an advantage.
• Ability to work well in a team and manage multiple tasks.
• Good command of spoken and written English

PREFFERED

• Proven experience in developing and executing category strategies and sourcing initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of procurement operations and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, including Purchase Requisition (PR) and Purchase Order (PO) management.
• Hands-on experience managing PR-to-PO workflows, including requisition review, PO creation, amendments, approvals, and issue resolution.
• Strong commercial and contract negotiation skills, including pricing, terms, risk, and supplier agreements.
• Expertise in supplier relationship, performance, and risk management.
• Proven ability to identify and deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, process efficiency, and value-creation opportunities.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across functions, regions, and organizational levels.

SKILLS

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with sourcing, contracting, procurement, and ERP platforms, such as SAP or Oracle.
• Strong executive communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills; proficiency in Mandarin is preferred.

Notice to Candidates

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [e-mail] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.