Purchaser

eco-shop Malaysia; Jementah; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Malaysia is seeking a Purchasing Officer to manage procurement of goods and materials while ensuring cost-effectiveness. The role involves liaising with local and overseas suppliers, monitoring stock availability, and conducting market research. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum diploma in business, 2-3 years of experience, and be proficient in Mandarin to communicate with clients. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply, and the company offers an engaging work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the relevant industry.
• Proficient in Mandarin to communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing goods and materials based on cost, quality, and margin.
• Support purchasing department and ensure smooth business operations.
• Liaise with suppliers for samples and delivery timings.
• Monitor stock availability for all SKUs.
• Visit retail stores and collaborate with teams for product placement.
• Conduct market research for competitive positioning.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Market research

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Ability to liaise with suppliers

Education

Minimum Diploma/Degree in business or merchandising

Job description

Purchasing goods and materials in line with specific cost, quality and margin

Supporting the entire purchasing department and other relevant department to ensure smooth running of business operations

To liaise with local and oversea suppliers for raisings of samples, delivery timing etc

Negotiating the best deals for the company

Responsible in monitoring stock availability for all SKUs

Effectively communicating with the management team to ensure all orders are accurate

Regular visit to our retail stores and collaborating with the retail teams to have right products on the shelf and in attractive display to interest customers

Always keeping pace with the market trend by conducting market research to ensure competitive positioning and understand market insight

Any other ad-hoc tasks and responsibilities assigned by management

Requirements:

Possess minimum Doploma/Degree in business, merchandising, or related field.

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the relevant industry.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Power Point).

Proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.