Internship - Procurement (OPEX)

DayOne; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 8,900 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

DayOne, a global leader in data center development and operations, seeks a driven student intern for Vendor Administration and Procurement Support in Malaysia. You will assist in vendor pre-qualification, registration, and document control while coordinating with internal teams and suppliers.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and learning in procurement processes. The position is based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, and requires proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Spoken Chinese is mandatory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Able to maintain organized, accurate documentation and records.
• Able to communicate with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Good to Have Basic understanding of procurement and purchasing processes in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Vendor Administration: Support vendor pre-qualification and registration processes.
• Document Control: Maintain files for quotations, purchase orders, contracts, and vendor records.
• Purchasing Operations: Monitor Purchase Requisitions, assist with creating Purchase Orders, follow up with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Payment Tracking: Monitor invoices and payment status, verify documents, coordinate with Finance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Procurement system

Job description

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started. As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure. If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

About DayOne

DayOne builds and operates hyperscale data centers across eight markets in APAC and Europe. We raised US$4.5B in Series C funding, and we're building the internal functions to match that scale. Most corporate functions at DayOne are still being built rather than inherited: the processes, systems, and ways of working still need to be shaped by the people who join.

The Role

Vendor Administration

• Support vendor pre-qualification and registration processes.
• Collect, verify, and maintain vendor documentation and records.
• Coordinate with vendors to obtain supporting documents and certifications.
• Keep vendor information current in the procurement database.

Document Control

• Maintain files for quotations, purchase orders, contracts, and vendor records.
• Keep procurement documents complete and available for reference and audit.
• Monitor document versions in line with company procedures.

Purchasing Operations

• Monitor Purchase Requisitions from Operations teams and other departments.
• Assist with preparing Purchase Orders from approved requisitions and quotations.
• Follow up with stakeholders and suppliers to support timely procurement processing.
• Maintain accurate PR and PO records in the procurement system.

Payment Tracking

• Monitor supplier and vendor invoices and payment status.
• Verify supporting documents before payment processing.
• Update payment and procurement records accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate with Finance and suppliers on payment-related matters when needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Spoken Chinese is mandatory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Able to maintain organized, accurate documentation and records.
• Able to communicate with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and willing to learn.
• Good to Have Basic understanding of procurement and purchasing processes in the construction industry.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

DayOne is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and drive better outcomes for the communities we serve worldwide. DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

DayOne is a data center pioneer that develops and operates next-gen digital infrastructure for industry leaders who demand reliable, cost-effective and quickly scalable solutions. Our cutting-edge facilities empower hyperscalers and large enterprises to achieve rapid deployment and enhance connectivity, driving transformative engagement and innovation as we shape the future of industries. DayOne's data centers are located across key markets, including Singapore, Johor (Malaysia), Batam (Indonesia), Greater Bangkok, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo, and beyond.

Headquartered in Singapore, DayOne’s leadership team draws on over two decades of industry experience and a track record of building Asia's largest data center business. With DayOne, they have created the SIJORI (Singapore, Johor, and Riau Islands) market as a global data center hub. As demand for strategically located and customized data centers rises, DayOne's entrepreneurial spirit, customer-first strategy, deep local partnerships, and agile executional capabilities uniquely position us to power the growth ambitions of leading hyperscalers and large enterprises around the world.

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