Executive - Purchasing

Bunge; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Oversee sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, SAP purchase order execution, procurement governance, and supplier relationship management to ensure efficient purchasing operations.

In a food manufacturing environment, you will manage RFI/RFQ/tender processes, review PRs/SCs in SAP, ensure on-time delivery, and drive cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Degree in related study.
• >5 years of related industry experience in buying and production planning.
• Experience in food manufacturing environment.
• Integrity and ethical.
• Willingness to embrace change and look for growth.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and experience in SAP system.
• Advance understanding of Procurement practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and negotiations for procurement categories (MRO, spare parts, chemicals, services).
• Lead RFIs, RFQs, tenders; perform market analysis and supplier sourcing.
• Review PRs/SCs in SAP/SRM; monitor orders and ensure materials availability.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Educate stakeholders on procurement requirements and policy compliance.
• Coordinate with BBS team to issue POs and address supplier issues.
• Drive on-time delivery; participate in supplier reviews and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support vendor onboarding and MDG-based creation; collaborate with Legal.

Skills

Integrity

Adaptability

Procurement knowledge

Vendor relations

Education

Degree in related study

Tools

SAP system

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Job description

Location

City : Pasir Gudang State : Johor (MY-01) Country : Malaysia (MY) Requisition Number : 48077

Oversee sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, SAP purchase order execution, procurement governance, and supplier relationship management to ensure efficient and compliant purchasing operations.

Accountabilities

• Manage sourcing and negotiation activities for assigned procurement categories, including MRO, spare parts, laboratory chemicals and services, industrial services, and other categories as delegated by management.
• Conduct RFI, RFQ, and tender processes, perform market analysis, and lead supplier sourcing and negotiations for responsible categories.
• Review Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Shopping Carts (SCs) in SAP/SRM, monitor order fulfillment and delivery status, and ensure timely availability of materials and services.
• Serve as the gatekeeper for procurement compliance, ensuring all purchases within assigned categories adhere to company procurement policies and procedures.
• Educate stakeholders and budget owners on procurement requirements, governance, and policy compliance.
• Coordinate with the BBS team to ensure timely Purchase Order (PO) issuance and execution, while proactively addressing supplier quality, capacity, and material availability issues that may impact supply continuity.
• Collaborate with suppliers to expedite or reschedule deliveries as required and drive on-time delivery performance.
• Actively participate in supplier business reviews and provide constructive feedback to support continuous supplier performance improvement.
• Ensure proper due diligence is conducted for vendor onboarding and creation through the MDG system.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to identify and deliver cost savings opportunities while achieving procurement KPI targets.
• Support contract and agreement reviews in collaboration with the Procurement Manager and Legal team, ensuring execution and approval in accordance with the company's authorization matrix.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the immediate superior.

Requirement

• Degree in related study
• >5 years of related industry experience in buying and production planning
• Experience in food Manufacturing environment
• Integrity and ethical
• Willingness to embrace change and look for growth
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and experience in SAP system
• Advance understanding of Procurement practice

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of :34,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they’re grown to where they’re needed—in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Values

• We Are One Team – Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
• We Lead The Way – Agile, Empowered, Innovative
• We Do What’s Right – Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day – people who are #ProudtoBeBunge