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Applied Materials, Inc.; Kulim; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. in Kulim, Malaysia is seeking a procurement professional to lead purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering teams, ensuring inventory levels meet production demands.

The role emphasizes process improvement, ISO documentation support, and cross-functional collaboration. Travel up to 25% may be required; full-time employment with relocation not offered. A strong understanding of procurement controls and vendor management is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement for manufacturing and engineering settings.
• Familiarity with ISO documentation in purchasing processes.
• Ability to lead small projects with manageable risks and resources.

Responsibilities

• Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Leads problem resolution for material-related accounting and receiving issues.
• Develops methods of business simplification for procurement.
• Participates in development of ISO documents for purchasing.
• Manages activities of the purchasing group in the manager’s absence.
• Manages projects for purchasing; monitors cost, schedule and scope.

Skills

Purchasing activities

Inventory management

Problem solving

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Job description

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting- edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Location: Kulim,MYS You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more. At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads purchasing activities with manufacturing and engineering departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Leads problem resolution for material related accounting and receiving issues
• Develops methods of business simplification for the procurement function.
• Participates in the development of ISO documents for the purchasing function.
• Manages activities of the purchasing group in the manager’s absence.
• Manages projects for purchasing; as required, monitors the cost, schedule and scope of assigned projects.
• Oversees workload distribution among Buyers; trains and audits activities of lower level personnel.

Functional Knowledge

Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Additional Information

• Time Type: Full time
• Employee Type: Assignee / Regular
• Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time
• Relocation Eligible: No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.