Purchasing Assistant

SSFHOME; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will engage directly with suppliers, negotiate prices, and manage purchase orders while maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both Mandarin and English, possess strong negotiation skills, and have experience in the retail sector. This full-time opportunity offers a supportive work environment with benefits including EPF, SOCSO, and staff discounts. If you're ready to contribute to a thriving company and grow your career, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

EPF and SOCSO

5 working days

Bonus

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing or related field.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English for supplier communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in price negotiation with suppliers and manage purchase orders.
• Maintain detailed records of purchases and oversee shipping schedules.

Skills

English proficiency

Mandarin proficiency

Negotiation skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional Certificate

Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Responsibility

• Assist in price negotiation with suppliers - Work directly with suppliers to gather and negotiate price lists, compare offers for shipping rates and product prices.
• Manage Purchase Orders - Completing and maintaining all purchase orders.
• Oversee shipping schedules â Follow up and through all incoming shipments.
• Maintain purchase record - Maintain detailed paper or computerized records of purchases, including quantities ordered and received, shipping information, and costs associated with the purchase as well as updating the record.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Great written and verbal in English and Mandarin.
• Candidates MUST fluent in Mandarin preferred as the role requires the candidate to deal with Mandarin-speaking suppliers.
• Candidate must possess at least a Professional Certificate, Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, any field.
• Preferably Purchasing Assistant / Purchasing Coordinator in Retail industry or similar role.
• At least 2 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
• Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply
• Competence in using Microsoft Office software, in particular Excel.
• Candidate must be willing to work at Glenmarie, Selangor
• Full-Time position(s) available.
  
  

Job Benefits

• EPF and SOCSO.
• 5 working days.
• Bonus.
• Staff discounts.