Executive - Technical Purchasing

RW Ship Management; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the marine sector seeks a Technical Purchasing Officer to manage day-to-day purchasing operations. The role involves sourcing, issuing RFQs and POs, and maintaining relationships with users and suppliers. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in purchasing, preferably in the marine field, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the Marine field.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Timely execution of all technical purchases and processing requisitions.
• Issuance of RFQs and POs, maintaining accurate reports.
• User and supplier relationship management.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Independence

Education

Degree/Diploma in Marine Engineering

Deck Officer Certificate of Competency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PMS

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  Technical Purchasing Officer

  To handle the Technical Purchasing day-to-day operations, including execution of sourcing functions, cost savings exercises, maintaining good working relationships, effective communication, and coordinating operational needs for vessel deployment.

  Responsibilities include

  1. Timely execution of all technical purchases: Receiving and processing purchase requisitions from vessels through PMS purchasing module. Seek new sources, ensure sourcing meets specifications, highlight alternatives, and ensure optimum pricing, quality, and terms. Coordinate with users regarding product quality and suitability.
  2. Issuance of RFQ and POs: Issue RFQs to identify qualified suppliers, prepare comparison and vendor selection documents, and issue POs according to authority limits. Prepare and follow up on forwarding advice, proforma invoices, and payment requests. Maintain accurate PR/PO reports.
  3. User and supplier relationship management: Maintain professional, unbiased relationships, promptly address issues related to PR/PO, and liaise with the ship, shore, and vendors. Coordinate closely with VP/AVP Technical Operations on technical specifications and inquiries.
  4. User complaint and feedback management: Follow up on issues related to goods receipt, invoice discrepancies, and other feedback.
  5. Others: Prepare summary reports and perform any other duties as reasonably assigned.

  Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree/Diploma or professional Marine Engineer/Deck Officer Certificate of Competency with sea-going experience or equivalent.
  • At least 3 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the Marine field.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Excel; knowledge of PMS is an advantage.