Senior Purchasing Manager

Frencken Mechatronics (M) Sdn Bhd; Bandar Baru Bangi; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Manager for Purchasing Operations to lead and optimize procurement functions. In this pivotal role, you will manage a team of operational buyers, ensuring effective purchasing processes and supplier relationships. Your expertise in supply chain management and operational procurement will drive process improvements and enhance collaboration across teams. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization committed to quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a supervisory role and 10+ years in operational procurement.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the operational buying team daily.
• Enhance collaboration with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Skills

Operational Procurement

Team Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Certifications in Supply Chain or Procurement Management

Tools

MRP Systems

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)

Job description

Job Profile Overview

The Senior Manager, Purchasing Operational, is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the operational procurement functions within the organization. This position requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operational procurement, team management, and supply chain operations. The Senior Manager will lead a team of operational buyers, ensuring efficient and effective procurement processes while maintaining high standards for supplier relationships and timely deliveries. The role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders, including category buying and material planning teams, to drive process improvements and ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the purchasing process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage the operational buying team on a daily basis.

• Coach and develop operational buyers by clarifying their roles and responsibilities.

• Instruct operational buyers on expected tasks and monitor progress using KPIs.

• Conduct annual appraisals for the operational buying team.

• Enhance collaboration with internal stakeholders.

• Serve as a point of contact for operational buyers for escalations related to delivery or

supplier issues.

• Ensure the operational buying team maintains effective communication with suppliers to

secure timely deliveries.

• Facilitate interaction between the operational buying team, category buying team, and

material planning team.

• Develop, document, and continuously improve processes for translating purchase requests

into purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery within the Frencken Quality

Management System.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or Engineering,

ideally complemented by certifications in Supply Chain or Procurement Management.

• At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in operational procurement.

• Global knowledge of precision machining, mechatronic assemblies, raw materials, surface

treatment, or other relevant supply markets.

• Familiarity with MRP systems, as well as project and demand planning.

• Proficient in MS Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).

• Strong understanding of procurement processes, procedures, and best practices.

• Effective negotiation skills for managing contracts and terms with suppliers.

• Ability to manage supplier relationships and evaluate supplier performance.

• Strong analytical skills to assess purchase data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.

• Attention to detail in processing orders, managing inventory, and ensuring documentation

accuracy.