Buyer I

Advanced Energy Management Limited; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy management is looking for a skilled procurement professional in Malaysia. This individual will engage in cost analysis, supplier negotiation, and performance evaluation, ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree and strong analytical abilities are encouraged to apply for this opportunity to contribute to the company's success.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Health care, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and parental leave

Scholarship programs

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing and/or purchasing/planning environments.
• Familiarity with SAP needed.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost analysis, negotiations, and evaluate supplier performance.
• Expediting MRO items and maintaining supplier relationships.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies and provides detailed analysis.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Organization

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, Logistics, Material Management or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

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• Cost investigation/analysis based on input from PR requestor.
• Cost negotiation (periodically and by case) with suppliers for cost reduction and identifying second sources.
• Maximize both Incoterms and payment terms with suppliers.
• Material expediting for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) items, including issuing POs, tracking POs, shipment follow-up, and monitoring past due POs.
• Vendor/Facility survey for approval/disapproval of new MRO suppliers.
• Evaluate MRO supplier performance and reliability (price, on-time delivery, quality, lead-time).
• Adhere to organizational requirements on quality management, health and safety, code of conduct, legal stipulations, environmental policies, 5S policies, and general duty of care.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information related to pricing, strategic sourcing, cost-saving strategies, production processes, components, business, and technology.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a standard office environment using general office equipment (telephone, PC, copier, fax, etc.).
• Overtime may be required.
• Ability to work under pressure.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent organizational and negotiation skills.
• Flexibility to handle changing conditions and ability to work independently.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer skills.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing and/or purchasing/planning environments; familiarity with SAP; team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to apply intermediate subject matter knowledge to solve common business issues, analyze information, and provide project input.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision, interpret policies, and handle unique situations.
• Supports business processes with detailed analysis; focus on day-to-day and tactical issues.
• Interprets technical and business information; requires persuasion skills.
• Regular contact to resolve issues and collaborate; develops relationships as a priority.
• Flexible in guiding Level 1 buyers; provides process improvement recommendations.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, Logistics, Material Management, or equivalent education/experience.

WHY JOIN US?

We offer competitive compensation and benefits to attract and retain talented employees. Our benefits include health care, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, health screening, paid time off, parental leave, and scholarship programs, among others.