Buyer III

Ultra Clean Technology; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology is seeking a seasoned Buyer III in Malaysia to plan, source and expedite materials from local and international suppliers. You will ensure on-time delivery, negotiate terms, and drive cost reductions while supporting inventory and quality objectives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes strong negotiation, supplier performance tracking, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure material availability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, mathematics or related field.
• Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Industrial Systems Engineering.
• Bachelor’s: 5+ years experience or Diploma: 8+ years experience in electrical/mechanical fields.

Responsibilities

• Plan, buy, source and expedite materials and commodities from approved vendors locally and overseas.
• Ensure on-time delivery and meet quality requirements.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers.
• Execute cost reduction initiatives and manage supplier scorecards.
• Support objectives like inventory management, cost reduction, materials availability and quality management.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Supplier scorecard management

MRP system knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/mathematics/Materials/Industrial Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Industrial Systems Engineering

Tools

MRP system

Job description

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today! UCT is looking for a talented Buyer III to join us in Malaysia! Buyer is responsible for planning, sourcing, purchasing, and expediting materials and commodities from approved local and international suppliers. Ensures timely delivery and compliance with quality requirements while negotiating pricing and commercial terms. Executes cost-reduction initiatives, manages supplier performance through scorecards, and supports objectives related to inventory control, cost savings, material availability, and quality management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, buying, sourcing and expediting materials, commodities from approved vendor lists both locally and overseas.
• Ensure on-time delivery of materials from suppliers and meeting quality requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers.
• Execute cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain and execute supplier's scorecard programs.
• Work towards achieving given objectives such as inventory management, cost reduction, materials availability and quality management.
• Other duties as required.

Educational/Certification Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering / science/ mathematics/ Materials /Industrial Engineering.
• Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics /Mechatronics/Industrial Systems Engineering.

Experience Requirement

• At least 5 years working experience for bachelor’s degree in electrical / mechanical or equivalent.
• At least 8 years working experience for Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical or equivalent.
• Knowledge of MRP system will be advantageous.
• Able to perform in fast paced environment; Preferably experience from manufacturing environment.
• Possess good interpersonal and negotiation skills.

At Ultra Clean Technology,we do not just welcome diversity - we celebrate it!Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.