Buyer

Sandisk; Simpang Ampat; Sur place; MYR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sandisk is seeking an experienced Purchasing professional in Penang to manage sourcing, supplier relationships, and procurement operations. You will negotiate terms, process POs, and coordinate with finance to ensure accurate invoicing and payments.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in purchasing, strong English communication, and experience with ERP systems. The role emphasizes process improvement and compliance within a global manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in administrative or purchasing & sourcing roles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good understanding of procurement processes and terms.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Experience with ERP or procurement software is an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Own supplier relationships and monitor cost, service levels, and risk.
• Lead quarterly/annual business reviews with key suppliers.
• Manage purchase orders, confirmations, and delivery schedules.
• Resolve order issues, delays, and invoice discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Legal to standardize contracts and processes.
• Support reporting on procurement activity and spend.

Connaissances

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier management

PO processing

Vendor communication

ERP proficiency

MS Excel

Procurement policies

Formation

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor in Business or Supply Chain

Outils

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Description du poste

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

• Sourcing and Negotiation skills

• Strategic sourcing and supplier negotiation skills
• 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
• Own strategic supplier relationships, driving accountability for cost, service levels, innovation, and contractual compliance
• Lead quarterly and annual business reviews with key suppliers to assess performance, risks, and continuous improvement opportunities
• Manage supplier escalations, dispute resolution, and corrective action plans as needed
• Drive supplier rationalization and entitlement strategies to reduce complexity and maximize leverage
• Contract & Governance Management
• Purchase Order Processing:
• Vendor Communication:
• Invoice Verification:
• Administrative Support:
• Compliance and Policy Adherence:
• Continuous Improvement:

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Support the team in ensuring that purchasing follows ethical standards and regulations.

• 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.

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.