Purchasing Assistant

Saint-Gobain Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Employers Institute certified

On-site in Shah Alam

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Buying/Procurement Admin to support the Purchasing department with purchase orders, supplier coordination and records maintenance. The role ensures timely, cost-effective supply of materials and services in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include PO issuance, supplier quotations, order follow-ups, invoicing verification, and preparation of procurement reports. Fresh graduates may be considered; based in Shah Alam, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and issuing Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved PRs.
• Source quotations from approved suppliers and compare pricing, quality and delivery terms.
• Follow up with suppliers on order confirmation and delivery schedules.
• Monitor outstanding purchase orders and expedite deliveries when required.
• Verify supplier invoices against records and procurement documentation.
• Support supplier evaluation and performance monitoring.
• Assist in identifying potential new suppliers and maintaining approved vendor lists.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Prepare purchasing reports and other documentation as required.
• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties assigned by HOD/Manager.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing/ Supply Chain Management

Business Administration or related field

Job description

To provide administrative and operational support to the Purchasing department by assisting in purchasing activities, processing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers and maintaining accurate purchasing records to ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in preparing and issuing Purchase Orders (POs) based on approved Purchase Requisitions (PRs).
• Source quotations from approved suppliers and compare pricing, quality and delivery terms.
• Follow up with suppliers on order confirmation and delivery schedules.
• Monitor outstanding purchase orders and expedite deliveries when required.
• Verify supplier invoices against records, supplier database and procurement documentation.
• Support supplier evaluation and performance monitoring.
• Assist in identifying potential new suppliers and maintaining approved vendor lists.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Prepare purchasing reports and other documentation as required.
• Perform other purchasing and administrative duties assigned by HOD/Manager.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or any related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain operations.
• Experience in manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates with relevant internship may be considered.
• Basic negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to be based in Best Crete - 8, Jalan Trompet 33/8, Seksyen 33, 40400 Shah Alam, Selangor

A worldwide leader in the habitat and construction markets

No 1 worldwide - Plaster and plasterboard, Mortars and floor coatings, Ductile cast iron pipe

No 2 worldwide - Insulation (all types of insulation products) and Tile adhesives

No 1 in Europe - Wall facings

No 2 in the United States -Exterior Products

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate changeSaint-Gobain, the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs, manufactures and distributes building materials, providing innovative solutions to meet growing demand in emerging economies, for energy efficiency and for environmental protection.

Saint-Gobain was established in 1665 in France. For over 300 years, Saint-Gobain has taken special care of all its employees. Pursuing this tradition, the Group makes a great effort to offer motivating career prospects to every member of its staff, combined with varied training programs designed to underpin Saint-Gobain's strategy.

In Malaysia we are growing our businesses in various fields including gypsum, mortars, flat & automotive glass, abrasives, performance plastics and surface conditioning. Hence, we are looking for high potential individuals to fill up the following vacancies in various of these businesses.

We are proud to announce that we have been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for our exceptional employee offerings.

SAINT GOBAIN

A worldwide leader in the habitat and construction markets

No 1 worldwide - Plaster and plasterboard, Mortars and floor coatings, Ductile cast iron pipe

No 2 worldwide - Insulation (all types of insulation products) and Tile adhesives

No 1 in Europe - Wall facings

No 2 in the United States -Exterior Products

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate changeSaint-Gobain, the world leader in the habitat and construction markets, designs, manufactures and distributes building materials, providing innovative solutions to meet growing demand in emerging economies, for energy efficiency and for environmental protection.

Saint-Gobain was established in 1665 in France. For over 300 years, Saint-Gobain has taken special care of all its employees. Pursuing this tradition, the Group makes a great effort to offer motivating career prospects to every member of its staff, combined with varied training programs designed to underpin Saint-Gobain's strategy.

In Malaysia we are growing our businesses in various fields including gypsum, mortars, flat & automotive glass, abrasives, performance plastics and surface conditioning. Hence, we are looking for high potential individuals to fill up the following vacancies in various of these businesses.

We are proud to announce that we have been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for our exceptional employee offerings.