Purchasing Assistant Manager

Talent Recruit; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Recruit in Kuala Lumpur (Cheras) is seeking a Purchasing Assistant Manager to lead the purchasing function, develop strategies, and drive supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and cost efficiency.

You will collaborate with Production, Warehouse, and Accounts, monitor stock levels, and manage budgets while upholding SOPs and audit requirements. Strong leadership in a footwear/apparel purchasing environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management or a related study.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in purchasing, procurement, or sourcing roles.
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia.
• Apparel, accessories, and footwear industry experience preferred.
• Exposure to vendor management, cost negotiation, inventory planning, and contract administration preferred.
• Senior Executive with experience leading or supervising junior purchasing staff welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to achieve cost efficiency, quality standards, and on-time delivery targets.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for materials, trims, accessories, and footwear items.
• Oversee and manage Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely fulfilment.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company SOPs, documentation standards, and audit requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with Production and Warehouse teams to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Manage and control purchasing budgets, while supporting cost-saving and value-improvement initiatives.
• Review and evaluate supplier performance, maintaining accurate and up-to-date vendor records.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, and proactively resolve delivery, quality, or supply issues.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Warehouse, and Accounts to support operational and business needs.
• Lead, guide, and supervise the purchasing team, providing training, performance guidance, and decision support.

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor management

Cost negotiation

Inventory planning

Contract administration

Team supervision

Sourcing

Supplier relationship

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Company Background: Apparel Industry

Position Title: Purchasing Assistant Manager

Working day: Monday to Friday, 830am - 5:30pm

Work Location: Cheras, Kuala Lumpur

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to achieve cost efficiency, quality standards, and on-time delivery targets.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for materials, trims, accessories, and footwear items.
• Oversee and manage Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely fulfilment.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company SOPs, documentation standards, and audit requirements.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate closely with Production and Warehouse teams to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Manage and control purchasing budgets, while supporting cost-saving and value-improvement initiatives.
• Review and evaluate supplier performance, maintaining accurate and up-to-date vendor records.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, and proactively resolve delivery, quality, or supply issues.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Warehouse, and Accounts to support operational and business needs.
• Lead, guide, and supervise the purchasing team, providing training, performance guidance, and decision support.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum qualification of a Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, or a related study.
• At least 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in purchasing, procurement, or sourcing roles.
• Fluent in Bahasa Malaysia
• Experience in the apparel, accessories, and footwear industry will be a strong added advantage.
• Exposure to vendor management, cost negotiation, inventory planning, and contract administration is preferred.
• Senior Executive with experience leading or supervising junior purchasing staff is welcome to apply