EXECUTIVE (GROUP PROCUREMENT)

Fairview International School; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Cyberjaya is seeking a Purchasing Executive. This role involves sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods to meet quality and cost requirements. Ideal candidates have a diploma/degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, and strong negotiation and communication skills. The position offers the opportunity to streamline the procurement process while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement roles preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase goods or services in accordance with approved budget and quality standards.
• Negotiate with vendors for pricing, terms, and delivery.
• Process purchase requisitions and issue Purchase Orders.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement-related systems

Job description

The Purchasing Executive is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services that meet the organization’s quality, cost, and delivery requirements. This role ensures the procurement process is efficient, compliant, and cost-effective, while maintaining strong vendor relationships and contributing to the overall operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and purchase goods or services in accordance with the approved budget, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve the best pricing, terms, and timely delivery.
• Process purchase requisitions, issue Purchase Orders (PO), and perform receiving transactions (GRN).
• Conduct vendor research and selection to optimize cost and operational efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers.
• Evaluate vendor performance and compliance with contractual agreements.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, purchasing guidelines, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Review and manage vendor agreements, renegotiating terms as necessary.
• Conduct price comparisons to secure competitive rates and ensure value-for-money procurement.
• Support departmental cost-saving initiatives and identify opportunities for financial efficiency.
• Maintain proper and organized documentation (both softcopy and hardcopy) for procurement activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance procurement workflows and departmental performance.
• Undertake other tasks or assignments as directed by the line manager or management.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement roles preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement-related systems.

Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad is a public listed company engaged in the provision of educational services and committed to the improvement of the private education landscape in Malaysia and the region.

At Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad, we believe that we are investing today in the future of tomorrow’s leading professionals who will positively impact society at large.