Procurement Engineer

Flex Precision Manufacturing; Johor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Johor is looking for an experienced professional to manage purchasing, inventory, and supplier qualification. This role requires expertise in sourcing machining parts and raw materials, conducting supplier assessments, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Candidates must be proficient in procurement processes, cost optimization, and have a strong understanding of machining fundamentals. The position offers a full-time contract with the opportunity to contribute to inventory strategies and supplier performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Proficient in supplier sourcing and qualification of machining parts and materials.
• Experience in technical procurement and evaluating Total Cost of Ownership.
• Strong competency in monitoring supplier performance and implementing improvements.
• Ability to execute cost reduction programs and optimize inventory strategies.
• Knowledge of quality control processes and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop suppliers for manufacturing parts and materials.
• Review technical specifications and ensure feasibility before procurement.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance metrics for improvement.
• Implement cost reduction strategies and inventory support.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and procurement policies.

Skills

Supplier Sourcing & Qualification

Technical Procurement

Supplier Performance Management

Cost & Inventory Optimization

Quality & Compliance

Professional Competencies in machining

Job description

Purchasing/Inventory/Material & Warehouse Management

Employment Type

Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Supplier Sourcing & Qualification
  Identify and develop suppliers for machining parts, raw materials, tooling, jig & fixture, surface treatment, and industrial services.
  Conduct supplier capability assessment: capacity, materials, technology, quality system, compliance.
  Manage new supplier onboarding, RFQ, cost benchmarking, and quotation evaluation.
• Technical Procurement
  Review drawings, BOM, GD&T, machining process, and consumption rate to ensure technical feasibility before purchase.
  Evaluate TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) including machining cost, yield rate, cycle time, tooling life, logistics, MOQ.
  Work closely with Engineering, QA, and Production for design review, DFM, and procurement recommendations.
• Supplier Performance Management
  Monitor supplier KPIs: OTD, NCR/PPM, lead time, price stability, service.
  Drive supplier corrective actions and continuous improvement.
  Manage price review, contract terms, and risk mitigation.
• Cost & Inventory Optimization
  Execute cost reduction programs (localization, VAVE, alternative materials).
  Support inventory strategy: safety stock, MOQ, packaging, logistics model.
  Collaborate with warehouse & planning to ensure supply continuity.
• Quality & Compliance
  Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 supplier controls and documentation.
  Support PPAP, IQC criteria definition, and incoming inspection documentation.
  Ensure procurement activities comply with company policy, ethics, and Malaysian regulations.
• Professional Competencies
  Strong understanding of machining fundamentals, materials (stainless steel, aluminum, copper), and surface treatment (anodizing, plating).
  Ability to read drawings and interpret GD&T (true position, flatness, runout, tolerances).
  Knowledge of quality tools: PPAP, FAI, Control Plan, PFMEA.
  Supplier evaluation metrics: price, capability, yield, OTD, PPM, risk.
  Ability to perform cost breakdown and process analysis.