Purchasing Manager / Assistant Purchasing Manager

Lavo Selangor Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Purchasing Manager to develop purchasing strategies, manage supplier relations, and oversee procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and proven experience in the F&B and hospitality sectors. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Purchasing Manager in F&B and hospitality sectors.
• Familiarity with AutoCount system is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders.
• Develop purchasing strategies and oversee the purchasing team.
• Manage supplier relations and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics

Tools

AutoCount

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
2. Develop purchasing strategies and oversee the purchasing team in sourcing suppliers and purchasing products, equipment, and services.
3. Manage supplier relations, negotiate contracts, prices, and timelines.
4. Maintain the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
5. Coordinate with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
6. Ensure procured items meet quality standards and specifications.
7. Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets.
8. Negotiate contracts and formulate policies with suppliers.
9. Order stock from the main store and distribute to dispensing rooms, analyzing stock levels and projecting PAR levels.
10. Provide product training to staff to ensure proper issuance and knowledge.
11. Manage staff manpower planning to optimize labor costs, including scheduling and stationing.
12. Conduct daily inventory checks in dispensing rooms to ensure accuracy and prevent shortages.
13. Plan and execute month-end inventory schedules and circulate reports to relevant departments.
14. Complete inventory reports within deadlines and submit to the finance department.
15. Review and improve procurement policies and procedures to enhance organizational efficiency, collaborating with departments as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related fields.
• Proven experience as Purchasing Manager, preferably in F&B and hospitality sectors.
• Familiarity with AutoCount system is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking, planning, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Leadership capabilities.
• Experience with sourcing and vendor management.
• Good negotiation skills.