Junior Purchaser

Allstaff Malaysia; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Penang is seeking a Procurement Specialist to assist in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business Administration or related field and at least 1-2 years of experience in procurement. Fluency in Mandarin and English is essential for liaising with suppliers. The role involves preparing Purchase Orders, coordinating with internal teams, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure compliance with procurement procedures.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant purchasing or procurement experience.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials.
• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders accurately and timely.
• Coordinate closely with internal departments.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems

Job description

- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of relevant purchasing or procurement experience
• Fluent in Mandarin and English (spoken and written) to liaise with suppliers and internal teams
• Good negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail, organized, and able to work under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP systems (advantageous)
• Female candidate preferred, as per team gender balancing needs

Job Descriptions

• Assist in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, supplies, and services according to company requirements
• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (PO) accurately and timely
• Follow up with suppliers on order confirmations, delivery schedules, and shipment tracking
• Coordinate closely with internal departments such as sales team, production, planning, and warehouse to ensure material requirements are met
• Maintain and update supplier information, pricing records, and purchase databases
• Handle and resolve issues related to delays, quality discrepancies, or short deliveries
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
• Assist in cost-saving initiatives and vendor evaluation processes
• Prepare regular purchasing reports for management review