Purchaser - Construction Data Center

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a highly organized Purchaser to manage sourcing of construction materials, equipment, and services. You will ensure timely procurement, vendor evaluation, and cost optimization across projects.

The role suits a junior professional or fresh graduate aiming to grow in construction supply chain. You will collaborate with site teams, manage RFQs, and generate POs using internal systems.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field.
• 2–4 years of purchasing or material sourcing experience.
• Construction/engineering or hardware trading sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source reliable suppliers, issue RFQs, and prepare price comparison sheets for management review.
• Negotiate competitive prices, terms, and delivery schedules to maximize cost savings.
• Generate and issue POs accurately using internal systems with clearly stated terms.
• Coordinate delivery timelines with site supervisors and project managers to ensure timely arrivals.
• Match DOs and invoices to POs to resolve discrepancies before accounting.
• Maintain and evaluate database of approved suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Sourcing

RFQ process

Vendor management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field

Job description

about the company

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Purchaser to manage the sourcing and supply of construction materials, equipment, and services. In this role, you will be responsible for timely material procurement, vendor management, and cost optimization. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior professional or ambitious fresh graduate looking to build a long-term career in construction supply chain and procurement.

about the job

• Sourcing & RFQs: Source reliable suppliers, issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and compile price comparison sheets for management review.

• Negotiation & Cost Control: Negotiate competitive prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to achieve maximum cost savings without compromising quality.

• PO Administration: Generate and issue Purchase Orders (POs) accurately using internal systems, ensuring all terms and conditions are clearly stated.

• Delivery & Logistics Coordination: Coordinate closely with site supervisors and project managers to track delivery timelines and ensure materials arrive on site exactly when needed.

• Invoice Verification: Match delivery orders (DOs) and invoices against POs to resolve any discrepancies in quantity or pricing before passing to the accounts team.

• Vendor Relationship Management: Maintain and evaluate an updated database of approved suppliers and subcontractors based on performance, reliability, and price

about the manager/team

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Purchaisng Manager.

skills and experience required

• Qualifications: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in purchasing or material sourcing, preferably within the construction, engineering, or hardware trading sector.

• Attributes: Sharp negotiation skills, strong attention to detail, high integrity, and the ability to work under tight project deadlines.

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Associate Degree/Diploma