Buyer I

009 Plexus Deutschland GmbH; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Penang is seeking an entry-level procurement specialist. The role includes managing the procurement execution of assigned goods, ensuring adherence to quality and delivery expectations, and making tactical buying decisions. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Google Workspace or MS Office, especially Excel. This position offers valuable training and experience in procurement and supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
• Relevant qualification would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Strong Google Workspace or MS Office skills with advanced knowledge of Excel.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for purchasing of materials according to management guidelines.
• Makes tactical buying decisions related to purchase orders.
• Minimize inventory while maintaining adequate material to meet production plans.
• Manage procurement automation processes to support efficient purchasing.

Job description

Purpose Statement: This is an entry level role, where individuals will be trained to manage the procurement execution of assigned goods, commodities and/or services in accordance with the quality, delivery and pricing expectations as detailed in Purchasing SOP's and WI's.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Responsible for purchasing of materials in accordance with the guidelines set forth by Plexus management and the customer's contract in terms of AVL adherence, unit price, quality and delivery.
• Makes tactical buying decisions with respect to the placement and management of all purchase orders.This process encompasses order placement, rescheduling and cancellations, as well as timely resolution of non conforming material, goods in discrepancies and invoice queries.
• Minimize inventory while maintaining adequate material to meet production plans.Initiate appropriate corrective actions and escalation to avoid impacting the production schedule.
• Collaboratively manage established procurement automation processes which includes optimizing, troubleshooting, and ensuring data integrity within our automation systems to support efficient and accurate purchasing.Includes tactical decision-making of when to leverage automation vs request exceptions in overall execution.

Education/Experience Qualifications:

• Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
• Relevant qualification would be an advantage.

Other Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
• Strong Google Workspace or MS Office skills with advanced knowledge of Excel.
• General office equipment and materials.

Physical Requirements:

• Professional office environment with suitable lighting, comfortable temperatures, and low noise level. May require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, using a computer, and other office equipment. Minimal physical activity is generally involved, emphasizing the importance of good posture and ergonomic workplace arrangements.

Travel Requirements:

• Less than 40%

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 19,000, providing global Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing, and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is an industry leader that specializes in serving customers with complex products used in demanding regulatory environments. With a culture built around innovation and customer service, Plexus’ teams create customized end-to-end solutions to assure the realization of the most intricate products.

We help our customers realize their most visionary ideas, and we’re dedicated to doing our work with innovation, integrity and Customer Service Excellence.