[Expression of Interest] Purchasing Executive

The British American Tobacco Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company is looking for a Purchasing Executive in Selangor. This role involves managing supplier relationships and ensuring delivery of key performance indicators. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in supply chain management and procurement. Competitive benefits include performance bonuses, health plans, and ample opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Health plans

Work-life balance initiatives

Flexible holiday plans

Internal advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field.
• 1-3 years experience in Planning, Procurement, or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of materials and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Execute orders and maintain target inventory levels.
• Collaborate proactively with suppliers to improve processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Digital skills

Supply Chain understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

ERP/Planning systems

Job description

BAT is evolving rapidly into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are seeking colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for a Purchasing Executive in Sunway Geo, Selangor.

Role Positioning and Objectives

The Purchasing Executive will be responsible for supplier management and executing activities to support the delivery of KPIs related to Cash, Cost, Service, and SNO for the assigned business units. They will also actively adopt and implement digital transformation initiatives (such as Integrated Planning Transformation, Hive, P44, Kinaxis, SAP, PBI, and other online tools) for the assigned factory or end market.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Execute firm orders within lead-time, maintain target inventory levels, and optimize supplier pricing.
• Monitor, action, and resolve supplier exceptions.
• Align purchase orders within the firm zone.
• Collaborate with the master planner (or SNP) and suppliers on purchase orders within lead-time.
• Monitor and address inventory at risk of obsolescence.
• Implement phasing in and out of materials as part of a controlled process, achieving deadlines with minimal costs.
• Manage purchasing, sourcing, and transactional master data.
• Share forecasts with suppliers.
• Monitor and act upon constraints within suppliers.
• Collaborate proactively with suppliers to drive process improvements.
• Support invoice resolution issues with the Finance team.
• Explore opportunities to improve planning efficiency and material ordering processes.
• Resolve process or system issues to ensure compliance with business controls.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field.
• 1-3 years experience in Planning, Procurement, NPI, with manufacturing and commercial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of materials and procurement, experience with ERP/Planning systems advantageous.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and digital skills.
• Good understanding of Supply Chain processes and metrics.
• Knowledge of IWS, CI tools, and agile concepts.

What We Offer

• Market-leading annual performance bonus (eligibility dependent).
• Benefits including health plans, work-life balance initiatives, transportation support, and flexible holiday plans.
• Opportunities for internal advancement and career development.
• Access to online learning platforms and leadership development programs.
• A transformative environment focused on continuous improvement.

Why Join BAT?

We are recognized as a Global Top Employer, committed to excellent employee conditions. We promote collaboration, inclusion, and diversity, supporting individuals from all backgrounds. Our programs, like The Global Returners, support career re-entry after extended absences. Learn more about our culture and award-winning employee experience here.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please notify us. We are dedicated to supporting your full potential.