Junior Procurement Specialist: Vendor Sourcing & Cost

OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd; Bintulu; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Transportation, Meals

Job summary

OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Procurement professional to lead vendor sourcing, evaluation and final supplier selection in Samalaju, Bintulu. The role supports requisitions, samples, and timely delivery while coordinating with Mandarin-speaking vendors.

The successful candidate will review orders, negotiate terms, and drive cost reductions across material and services, working closely with internal users and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess at least a Degree Holder in Business Administration or equivalent.
• At least 1–2 years of working experience in related fields.
• Fluency in Mandarin is an advantage for dealing with mandarin-speaking employees/vendors.

Responsibilities

• Performs new vendor sourcing, evaluate competencies, rate new vendors, manage RFQ process and final vendor selection.
• Review OR submitted by end user, confirming required specification and quantity.
• Follow up and request sample delivery from new vendor, coordinate sample approval.
• Review machine capacity, tooling fabrication, raw material & packing with new vendors before mass production to ensure timely delivery.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of orders.
• Negotiate commercial contracts to achieve best pricing, terms and service levels.
• Cost reduction exercises with vendor to minimize total cost.
• Resolve problems independently with minimal guidance from senior.

Skills

Vendor sourcing

Negotiation

Vendor management

Mandarin language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Procurement professional to lead vendor sourcing, evaluation and final supplier selection in Samalaju, Bintulu. The role supports requisitions, samples, and timely delivery while coordinating with Mandarin-speaking vendors.

The successful candidate will review orders, negotiate terms, and drive cost reductions across material and services, working closely with internal users and suppliers.