Purchasing Assistant

Chew Thean Yeang Aquarium Sdn Bhd; George Town; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aquarium supplies company in George Town, Malaysia, seeks a Procurement Assistant. You will assist in the procurement process, maintain supplier records, and support inventory management. Strong negotiation skills and effective communication in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin are essential. This role offers benefits including annual leave and medical leave.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical Leave

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Employee Discount on company products/services

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement processes and inventory management.
• Strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable terms with suppliers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the procurement process and maintain supplier records.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement control measures.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Inventory management

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Job Responsibility

• Assist in the procurement process, including generating purchase orders, tracking orders, and verifying receipts.
• Maintain and update the supplier database, including contact information, pricing, and lead times.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost reduction targets and favorable payment terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in implementing inventory control measures to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Coordinate with internal departments, such as sales and operations, to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Prepare and analyze purchasing reports, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and cost savings.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating new suppliers to expand the company's sourcing options.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures.
• Support the implementation of supply chain management strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Job Requirements

• Assist in the procurement process, including generating purchase orders, tracking orders, and verifying receipts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
• Support the negotiation of pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost reduction targets.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in implementing inventory control measures to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Mandarin to ensure smooth procurement operations.
• Provide administrative support to the purchasing department, including preparing reports, managing correspondence, and scheduling meetings.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers to expand the company's sourcing options.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.

Job Benefits

• Annual Leave
• Medical Leave
• EPF
• SOCSO
• EIS
• Employee Discount on company products/services