Purchasing Manager

Hirehub Management Sdn. Bhd.; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier management firm in Johor, Malaysia, is looking for a Procurement Manager to develop and manage procurement plans for chemical raw materials. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of purchasing experience, with strong negotiation and supplier management skills. You will be responsible for ensuring adherence to company policies and managing procurement budgets, while leading a team to achieve business goals. Competitive salary and potential for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience, including 3+ years in a managerial role, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Ability to lead a team and manage procurement operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage procurement plans for raw materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Conduct research on material pricing trends.
• Provide annual procurement reports.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and regulations.
• Manage procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead and train the procurement team.
• Assess supplier performance on quality and delivery.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Market analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

Our client specializes in the research, development, production, and sales of daily chemical raw materials, including cosmetic active ingredients, raw materials, and synthetic perfumes. They operate two major production bases in Suqian City, Jiangsu Province, and Ma'anshan City, Anhui Province. The Ma'anshan City production base, through its subsidiary, was constructed according to GMP guidelines for APIs and has passed the FDA on-site audit.

Job Description

• Develop and manage procurement plans for raw materials, chemicals, and hardware to meet production goals, inventory targets, and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate pricing and contracts, and ensure alignment with quality and cost targets.
• Conduct research on material pricing trends and provide recommendations based on findings.
• Provide annual procurement reports and departmental analysis on procurement activities, cost savings, and supplier performance.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and environmental standards in all purchasing activities.
• Manage procurement budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure financial alignment with company goals.
• Lead and train the procurement team, coordinating with cross-functional teams for smooth operations.
• Assess supplier performance on quality, delivery, and cost efficiency. Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.

Job Requirement

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field.
• At least 5 years of purchasing experience, including 3+ years in a managerial role, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and market analysis skills. Ability to lead a team and manage procurement operations effectively.