Purchasing Admin

MD Tool Technologies Sdn Bhd; Skudai; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

MD Tool Technologies Sdn Bhd is seeking a Purchasing Admin for our manufacturing environment in Malaysia. You will handle sourcing, supplier liaison, purchase orders, and delivery coordination to ensure on-time production.

You will work closely with suppliers in Taiwan and China, require a Diploma in a related field, and must be fluent in Chinese. Independent, proactive, and cost-conscious candidates will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.
• At least 2 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing, machinery or engineering.
• Fluent in Chinese and able to communicate with suppliers in Taiwan and China.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and machine sourcing.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Independent and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel independently for supplier visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily purchasing activities including sourcing, quotations, POs, and follow-ups.
• Liaise with suppliers in Taiwan and China on pricing, specs, delivery, and orders.
• Purchase machines, machine parts, equipment, raw materials and related items.
• Source new suppliers and negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with internal departments to forecast needs and ensure timely orders.
• Monitor purchase orders, delivery status, and outstanding items.
• Conduct physical purchases from suppliers and stores as needed.
• Travel independently to purchase or collect items.
• Verify items against specifications prior to delivery.
• Maintain purchasing records and supplier information.

Skills

Chinese language proficiency

Supplier management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Independent working

Travel willingness

Education

Diploma in Business / Purchasing / Supply Chain / Engineering

Job description

We are looking for a Purchasing Admin who is independent, hands‑on, and experienced in purchasing for a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will liaise closely with suppliers in Taiwan and China, manage purchasing activities, and handle both office‑based and physical purchasing tasks independently.

Key responsibilities

Manage daily purchasing activities, including sourcing, quotation comparison, purchase orders and supplier follow-ups

Liaise and communicate with suppliers in Taiwan and China on pricing, product specifications, delivery schedules and orders

Handle purchasing of machines, machine parts, equipment, raw materials and manufacturing‑related items

Source new suppliers and negotiate pricing, terms and delivery schedules where required

Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements and ensure materials are ordered on time

Monitor purchase orders, delivery status and outstanding items

Conduct physical purchases from suppliers, hardware shops, machinery suppliers and other relevant stores when required

Be able to travel independently to purchase or collect items from physical stores/suppliers

Verify purchased items against specifications and requirements before delivery or submission to the company

Maintain proper purchasing records, documents and supplier information

About you

Minimum Diploma in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field

At least 2 years of relevant purchasing experience, preferably within a manufacturing, machinery or engineering environment

Fluent in Chinese — able to communicate confidently with suppliers in Taiwan and China

Good understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery, machine ordering and raw material purchasing

Practical knowledge of sourcing machine parts, industrial supplies, raw materials and manufacturing‑related products

Strong communication, negotiation and supplier management skills

Independent and able to work with minimal supervision

Responsible, resourceful, proactive and able to solve problems on your own

Willing and able to travel independently for physical purchasing and supplier visits

Able to work 5.5 days per week, including Saturday half-day