Purchasing Executive

Esprit Care; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a resourceful purchasing officer to manage operational purchasing needs and vendor relations. This role involves monitoring purchase requisitions, negotiating the best prices, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. The ideal candidate will have a background in nutrition and experience in nutraceuticals sourcing. Join a dynamic team that values meticulousness and a positive attitude, where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about procurement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in nutraceuticals ingredient marketing or sourcing.
• Fluency in Mandarin preferred for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor purchase requisitions and place orders from local and overseas vendors.
• Assist in negotiating prices while ensuring quality and service standards.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Business

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor all purchase requisitions received and requests for quotation, and place orders accordingly from both local and overseas vendors.
• Assist in negotiating the best prices and payment terms while maintaining high quality, reliability, and service standards.
• Manage daily operational purchasing needs, including planning, issuing, recording, and following up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and shipment, avoiding disruptions to production and other departments.
• Assist in sourcing and handling for new project development.
• Manage all direct and indirect materials purchases required by the company.
• Responsible for vendor sourcing, selection, and annual performance evaluation.
• Resolve issues related to supply, quality, service, and invoicing with vendors.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure provision of required documents in compliance with policies and regulations, such as Halal certificates, product specifications, and process flow charts, updating records accordingly.
• Ensure ISO requirements and documentation are properly maintained, including updating vendor lists, conducting annual vendor performance assessments, and maintaining ISO documents.
• Liaise with store personnel regarding cargo delivery and collection.
• Coordinate with other departments, including Accounting, QA/QC, Production, and Store.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by superiors.

Job Requirements

• Preferably with a nutrition background.
• At least 2 years of experience in nutraceuticals ingredient marketing or sourcing.
• Diploma in Business or equivalent; experience in manufacturing is an advantage.
• Fluent in Mandarin is preferred due to interactions with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Passionate, meticulous, positive attitude, and team-oriented.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Resourceful, self-driven, proactive, and independent.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.