Procurement Lead (Bakery based in Ipoh)

Talent Recruit; Perak; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant d'entreprise

Job summary

Talent Recruit represents a leading bakery group in Perak seeking a Procurement Lead for its Ipoh operations. This role owns end-to-end procurement, supplier negotiations, and ensuring timely delivery across 14 bakery outlets.

You will compile weekly purchase reports, coordinate with vendors, monitor stock levels, review products for cost savings and quality, and support production and outlets. Proficiency in English, Malay and Mandarin is preferred to handle overseas sourcing.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Business Studies, Administration, Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of procurement/purchasing/supply chain experience in a related industry.
• Proficiency in English, Malay and Mandarin for overseas sourcing and supplier communication.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word; experience with ERP software is required.
• Strong negotiation skills with supplier relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Weekly reporting: prepare and deliver detailed weekly purchase order reports to management, including statuses and timelines.
• Vendor coordination to ensure timely delivery as per PO; address discrepancies.
• Deadline management to meet delivery schedules and avoid supply chain delays.
• Stock monitoring and product reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities and quality improvements.
• Lead supplier negotiations and sourcing to obtain better deals and service.
• Cross-departmental support as primary contact for production and outlet teams.
• Administrative duties: process POs, manage supplier contracts, maintain procurement records.
• Confidentiality management: handle sensitive supplier pricing data securely.
• Ad-hoc tasks for upper management as needed.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Stock monitoring

Cross-departmental support

Administrative duties

Confidentiality management

Negotiation & communication

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

Diploma/Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Business Studies, Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the job Procurement Lead (Bakery based in Ipoh)

Company Background

We are representing our client; one of the leading pastries and bakeries in Perak. Currently with 14 bakeries outlet in Perak, they are looking for Procurement Lead to join their team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Weekly Reporting: Prepare and deliver detailed weekly purchase order reports to the management, including order statuses, delivery timelines, and vendor performance evaluations.


• Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products/services as per the agreed purchase orders, while addressing any discrepancies or issues.


• Deadline Management: Ensure all deliveries meet the required deadlines, working proactively to avoid delays in the supply chain.


• Stock Monitoring & Product Review: Regularly monitor stock levels and conduct thorough reviews of current products/services to identify cost‑saving opportunities, quality improvements, or replacement needs.


• Supplier Negotiation & Sourcing: Lead price negotiations and establish strong relationships with existing suppliers while continuously sourcing new suppliers for better deals and more efficient service.


• Cross-Departmental Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for production and outlet teams, resolving procurement-related inquiries and ensuring smooth operations.


• Administrative Duties: Provide comprehensive administrative support, including processing purchase orders, managing supplier contracts, and maintaining accurate records of procurement activities.


• Confidentiality Management: Uphold organizational confidentiality standards by securely handling sensitive information related to suppliers, pricing, and procurement strategies.


• Ad-Hoc Tasks: Support upper management with any additional procurement-related tasks or projects as needed.

Requirement

• Education: Possess at least a Diploma/Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma in Business Studies, Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.


• Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, ideally within a related industry.


• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, Malay & Mandarin, especially for handling overseas product sourcing and supplier communication.


• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word; experience with standard purchasing or ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) is required.


• Negotiation & Communication: Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to drive cost‑saving initiatives while maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.


• Personality Traits: High energy with positive vibes, strong communication abilities, honest, solution‑oriented, and enjoys working in a dynamic, people‑centered environment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.