Procurement and Purchase, Sr Executive / Asst Manager

JM Concord; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction procurement is seeking a Senior Executive / Assistant Manager to manage purchasing activities. The role involves identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and coordinating with project teams to ensure materials meet site demands. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in related fields and extensive experience in procurement, particularly within the construction sector.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in procurement.
• Familiarity with construction materials is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify suppliers and negotiate terms for construction materials.
• Maintain records of purchases and supplier information.
• Resolve logistics issues and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Knowledge of construction supplies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Quantity Surveying

Tools

Accounting software (Autocount, SQL)

Job description

Procurement and Purchase, Sr Executive / Asst Manager

Responsibilities:

• Identify suppliers for construction materials, negotiate terms, pricing, and payment conditions.
• Purchase materials according to site requirements and purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
• Resolve logistics issues such as delays, damages, shortages, etc.
• Ensure timely delivery to prevent project delays.
• Coordinate with finance to match invoices with purchase orders.
• Work closely with project managers, site engineers, supervisors, and finance departments to align procurement with project needs.
• Compile and analyze price comparisons of construction materials for management review.
• Analyze market trends, pricing, and product availability.
• Identify alternative materials or suppliers for better cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct market research to find competitive pricing and quality products.
• Assist in cost estimation and budgeting for procurement.
• Familiarity with accounting software like Autocount, SQL, etc. is advantageous.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Quantity Surveying, or related fields.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the construction industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in procurement and vendor management.
• Knowledge of construction supplies.

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