Direct Materials Buyer

Entegris Asia; Kulim; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing & Logistics Buyer to optimize procurement processes and supplier relationships. In this dynamic role, you will manage purchase orders, oversee supplier performance, and ensure the timely availability of raw materials to meet manufacturing demands. Your expertise in SAP systems and procurement will drive efficiency and enhance supplier negotiations. Join a forward-thinking company that values detail-oriented professionals with strong time management and interpersonal skills, and make a significant impact on supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience required.
• Experience with SAP systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders and supplier performance.
• Negotiate with suppliers to improve delivery and quality.
• Coordinate with logistics for timely material availability.

Skills

SAP systems

Procurement

Negotiation

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Job description

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Job Description: Purchasing & Logistics Buyer

Overview: The Buyer will manage purchase orders, oversee supplier performance, manage purchase price variance, and ensure the timely availability of raw materials to meet manufacturing demands.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create and process standard purchase orders (PO) and outline agreements in SAP to approved vendors (under Global AVL) to optimize inventory.
2. Manage supplier order and delivery confirmations, updating order details in SAP promptly.
3. Communicate supply gaps to operations following escalation procedures.
4. Update schedules and expedite materials to align with production plans.
5. Resolve shipment, warehouse, and customs issues with logistics.
6. Coordinate with freight forwarders/couriers to meet PO delivery ETD/ETA.
7. Track supplier performance against deadlines, lead times, and costs.
8. Negotiate with suppliers to improve delivery, quality, and performance.
9. Maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
10. Conduct spot buys and obtain competitive bids based on specifications.
11. Manage supplier quality issues, working with QA, SQE, and CM for resolution.
12. Handle invoice exceptions (VIM) and resolve issues with suppliers and finance.
13. Maintain material master and Purchasing Info Records in SAP, reviewing monthly.

Enhanced Responsibilities (Digital Enablement):

• Set program direction, monitor progress, and enable transformation strategies.
• Identify stakeholders, develop buy-in plans, and mitigate risks.
• Drive change management and value realization.
• Collaborate across departments, including IT and Digital Teams.

Candidate Traits:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management or related.
• Experience with SAP systems.
• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, and good at follow-up.
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills.

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