Purchaser - Construction (Penang)

Randstad Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; Vor Ort; MYR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a Purchaser to manage sourcing and procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services. You will work with site teams to ensure timely deliveries and cost optimization across projects.

The role involves RFQs, price comparisons, PO issuance, and ongoing vendor relationship management. Open to junior professionals or fresh graduates looking to build a long-term career in construction procurement.

Qualifikationen

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in purchasing or material sourcing, preferably within the construction, engineering, or hardware trading sector.
• Sharp negotiation skills, strong attention to detail, high integrity, and the ability to work under tight project deadlines.

Aufgaben

• Source reliable suppliers, issue RFQs, and compile price comparison sheets for management review.
• Negotiate competitive prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to achieve maximum cost savings without compromising quality.
• Generate and issue Purchase Orders (POs) accurately using internal systems, ensuring all terms and conditions are clearly stated.
• Coordinate delivery and logistics with site supervisors and project managers to track delivery timelines and ensure materials arrive on site when needed.
• Match delivery orders (DOs) and invoices against POs to resolve discrepancies in quantity or pricing before passing to accounts.
• Maintain and evaluate an updated database of approved suppliers and subcontractors based on performance, reliability, and price.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Integrity

Deadline-driven

Ausbildung

Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Jobbeschreibung

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

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