Procurement Executive | Senai

Hirehub Group; Kulai; On-site; MYR 71,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mindox Techno is seeking a Procurement Executive in Kulai, Malaysia to manage end-to-end procurement for specialist semiconductor parts. You will lead supplier negotiations, drive cost-reduction initiatives, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards while coordinating with global suppliers.

You will oversee RFQs, price benchmarking, and contract renewals. Strong ERP skills and experience in advanced spend analysis are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, SCM or Engineering.
• 5+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing, preferably in semiconductor/precision engineering.
• Experience with ERP systems and spend analysis.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and supplier portfolio management for critical components.
• Lead RFQ processes and negotiate terms, prices and delivery with vendors.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 through procurement activities.
• Maintain ERP data integrity and supplier performance metrics.

Skills

ERP Systems

Advanced Excel

Vendor Negotiation

Technical drawing basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / SCM / Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Company Background

Our client is a leading provider of advanced cutting-edge semiconductor process tools and platform solutions, including EFEM, End Effectors, and Loadports. They specialize in engineering software solutions, automation, and offer global engineering resources through their Global Capability Center. Serving the semiconductor industry, they deliver innovative solutions that drive efficiency and support the growth of the clients worldwide.

Position Overview

The Procurement Executive is responsible for the end-to-end commercial management of specialized semiconductor commodities (e.g., precision machined parts, vacuum components, and electronic subsystems). This role goes beyond simple order placement; you are responsible for vendor performance, cost-reduction initiatives, and ensuring that all procurement activities align with ISO 9001:2015 standards. You act as the primary commercial liaison between Mindox Techno and its strategic global suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & Account Management

• Vendor Portfolio Ownership: Manage a dedicated group of strategic suppliers, serving as the lead for commercial negotiations, price benchmarking, and contract renewals.
• Secondary Sourcing: Actively search for and evaluate new suppliers to achieve the "Rule of Three" (3 vendors per part) to ensure supply chain redundancy.
• RFQ Management: Lead the Request for Quote (RFQ) process for new projects, analyzing complex bids to select partners based on technical capability, cost, and lead-time reliability.

2. Commercial Execution & Cost Control

• Negotiation & Savings: Execute cost-saving programs through bulk purchasing, blanket orders, and "Value Engineering" discussions with the Senior Systems Manufacturing Engineer.
• Price Variance Tracking: Monitor and report on Purchase Price Variance (PPV), identifying market trends in raw materials (e.g., aluminum, stainless steel) that may impact Mindox Techno's margins.
• Terms Optimization: Negotiate favorable payment and delivery terms (Incoterms) to optimize corporate cash flow and reduce logistics liabilities.

3. "Copy Exact" & Technical Alignment

• BOM Verification: Ensure all commercial agreements and purchase orders strictly adhere to the "Golden Unit" specifications and the approved manufacturer list (AML).
• ECN Integration: Work closely with the Technical Documentation Specialist to ensure that vendors are notified of Engineering Change Notices (ECN) and that pricing is adjusted for any new material requirements.

4. Performance & Compliance Monitoring

• Vendor Scorecards: Generate and analyze monthly supplier performance reports, tracking metrics such as On-Time Delivery (OTD), Quality Rejection Rates, and responsiveness.
• Audit Support: Assist the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) during technical audits by evaluating the vendor's financial stability and commercial scaling capacity.
• ERP Integrity: Maintain clean data within the ERP system, including updated lead times, current pricing, and accurate vendor master data.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or an Engineering discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing, ideally in the semiconductor equipment or precision engineering sectors.
• Technical Mastery:
  • Strong proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
  • Advanced Excel skills (Pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data modeling) for spend analysis.
  • Basic understanding of GD&T and technical drawings to facilitate "Technical?Commercial" discussions with vendors.
• Core Competencies:
  • Negotiation Power: Ability to push back on vendor price increases while maintaining professional relationships.o
  • Detail-Oriented: Precision in managing contract clauses and revision-controlled part numbers.
  • Project Management: Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously during a product launch.
• Language: Proficiency in English; Mandarin or Malay is highly advantageous for regional vendor management.

Salary Range: Up to RM7k