Buyer

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

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a materials management professional in Penang. The successful candidate will oversee materials ordering and inventory management, ensuring timely delivery and supplier performance. This role requires a diploma/degree and at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with knowledge of MRP systems.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Great work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in an EMS or Manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials ordering, delivery confirmation, scheduling, and timely delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance; manage open purchase orders and inventory targets.
• Make tactical buying decisions, minimize material obsolescence.

Skills

English fluency

Handling electronic components

MRP system knowledge

Baan knowledge

Education

Diploma/Degree in Business Studies, Engineering, Materials Management

Job description

Job Highlights:

• Excellent Work location and great place to work

• Attractive Remuneration Package & Benefits

Responsibilities:

• Manage materials ordering, delivery confirmation, scheduling and on time delivery to meet master production plan per MRP

• Ensure timely material supply by reviewing weekly/monthly production assembly forecast and schedule, ensuring timely update of order delivery status per MRP

• Support monthly and quarterly inventory target by managing open purchase orders (cancellation, push-out or rescheduling)

• Monitor and address supplier performance (delivery, quality, capacity, MRB/RTV etc)

• Manage materials phase-in/out plan and minimize obsolescence

• Sensitive to potential problems and effective actions and thorough follow-up carried out to ensure the schedule is not jeopardized

• Responsible for purchase variance ( STD/Stake ) and participate in cost reduction programs

• Make tactical buying decisions and capable of executing strategy

Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience in handling electronic components

• Knowledge of MRP system, Baan

• Fluent in English and be able to communicate with all levels

Education and Experience:

• Diploma/Degree in Business Studies, Engineering, Materials Management or equivalent

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in an EMS or Manufacturing environment