Purchasing Executive

Frontken Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kulim; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontken Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Purchasing Executive in Kulim Hi-Tech, Kedah. The role leads the full procurement cycle, sources chemicals, machinery, and consumables, and ensures quality and on-time delivery.

You will build strong supplier partnerships, conduct audits, and align purchases with budget and ISO standards. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field and has 3–5 years of purchasing experience in manufacturing or precision cleaning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years in purchasing/procurement (manufacturing or precision cleaning preferred).
• Experience with chemicals, technical materials or industrial supplies is a plus.
• Familiarity with procurement policies, procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage full procurement cycle: sourcing, RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, PO issuance.
• Identify and develop reliable suppliers for chemicals, machinery, and consumables.
• Ensure materials meet specifications and quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships; conduct audits and improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts to achieve cost savings; monitor market trends.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Forecasting

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the role

As a Purchasing Executive at Frontken Malaysia Sdn Bhd, you will play a key role in the manufacturing. This full-time position is based in Kulim Hi-Tech, Kedah and will be responsible for leading the purchasing function, managing end-to-end procurement activities, and ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and quality sourcing of materials, equipment, and services to support the company's precision cleaning operations.

What you'll be doing

• Manage the full procurement cycle: sourcing, RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, and purchase order issuance
• Identify and develop reliable suppliers for chemicals, cleaning materials, machinery, and consumables
• Ensure materials meet required specifications and quality standards
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
• Conduct supplier audits and improvement initiatives where necessary
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings
• Monitor market trends and identify cost reduction opportunities
• Ensure procurement is aligned with the company budget
• Work closely with production/operations to forecast material requirements
• Ensure optimal inventory levels to avoid stock-outs or overstock
• Monitor slow-moving and obsolete items
• Ensure procurement processes comply with company policies and ISO standards (e.g. ISO 9001 / ISO 14001)
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and documentation
• Support internal and external audits
• Lead and supervise purchasing staff (if applicable)
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide guidance
• Improve team efficiency and procurement processes
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce lead time
• Implement digital or system improvements (ERP, tracking systems)
• Support cross-functional initiatives with QA, Engineering, and Operations

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years in purchasing/procurement (preferably in manufacturing or precision cleaning industry)
• Experience handling chemicals, technical materials, or industrial supplies is an advantage
• Familiarity with procurement policies, procedures and regulations

What we offer

At Frontken Malaysia Sdn Bhd, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits, including opportunities for career development, health and wellness initiatives, and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

About us

Frontken Malaysia is a high-tech engineering & precision cleaning company supporting semiconductor and industrial clients, where procurement plays a strategic role in ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and uninterrupted operations. With a strong focus on innovation and excellence, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality products and services that exceed our customers' expectations. Join our team and be a part of our exciting journey as we continue to grow and shape the future of our industry.

Frontken as the leading service provider of advanced surface metamorphosis technology is dedicated to continuous surface engineering research with emphasis on improvements of coatings' quality and application methodologies for specific industrial applications - through materials research, modification of micro-structural surface properties and process innovation.