Buyer / Procurement Executive (Pioneer Team) (US MNC) (ID: 711071)

PERSOL Malaysia; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Malaysia is seeking a Buyer / Procurement Executive (Sole Contributor) in Penang to manage end-to-end procurement for semiconductor materials, components, and services.

The role requires coordinating with Planning, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing, negotiating terms, and ensuring on-time delivery while controlling costs. 2–3 years purchasing experience and ERP/MRP knowledge preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is required.
• 2–3 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP/Oracle or similar).

Responsibilities

• Review material requirements and generate purchase orders to support production needs.
• Procure materials, components, spare parts, consumables and services.
• Monitor open POs and ensure on-time delivery; adjust orders as needed.
• Source, evaluate and develop reliable suppliers to meet business needs.
• Monitor supplier performance on Cost, Quality, and Delivery (CQD).
• Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing, MOQs, payment terms and lead times.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor market trends affecting procurement costs.
• Manage material availability, inventory levels and supply risks; support NPI and engineering changes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics and Finance to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain procurement data in ERP/MRP systems and track procurement KPIs.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Excel

ERP/MRP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Business, Logistics or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Title: Buyer / Procurement Executive (Sole Contributor)
Working Hour: Mon-Fri, 9-6pm
Location: Penang, Malaysia

Position Overview: Responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities for semiconductor materials, components, equipment and services to ensure material availability, competitive cost, quality and on-time delivery. The Buyer will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders including Planning, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Finance and Logistics.

Key Responsibilities:

Review material requirements and generate purchase orders to support production needs.

Procure materials, components, spare parts, consumables, and services.

Monitor and manage open POs, ensuring on-time delivery and adjusting orders based on demand changes.

Source, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers to support business requirements.

Monitor supplier performance in terms of Cost, Quality, and Delivery (CQD) and resolve related issues.

Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing, MOQ, payment terms, lead times, and delivery conditions.

Identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor market trends impacting procurement costs.

Manage material availability, inventory levels, supply risks, and support NPI and engineering changes.

Collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to ensure smooth operations.

Maintain procurement data in ERP/MRP systems, track key procurement KPIs, and ensure compliance with company policies.

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Business, Logistics or a related discipline.

Minimum 2–3 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience.

Experience in semiconductor, electronics, manufacturing or semiconductor equipment industry preferred; semiconductor experience strongly preferred for this role.

Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP, Oracle or equivalent.

Good understanding of purchasing processes, inventory and material planning.

Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.