Purchasing Manager

PERSOL; Penang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in Malaysia is looking for an experienced procurement manager. The role involves developing long-term procurement strategies, leading supplier selection, and negotiating complex contracts. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in procurement, including at least 5 years in management within a manufacturing environment. Fluency in Mandarin and English is required. This position offers a chance to lead a team and drive significant improvements in supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Professional fluency in Mandarin and English is mandatory.
• Strong leadership and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies.
• Lead the identification of high-quality suppliers globally.
• Analyze market trends to implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Negotiate annual contracts and framework agreements.
• Manage and mentor the procurement team.

Skills

Procurement strategy development

Strategic sourcing

Cost analysis

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems (SQL, SAP, Oracle, Kingdee)

Job description

Overview

Procurement Strategy: Develop and execute long-term procurement strategies that align with the company’s manufacturing goals and financial targets.

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management: Lead the identification, evaluation, and selection of high-quality suppliers globally (with a focus on China) to ensure cost-competitiveness and supply security.

Cost Reduction & Value Engineering: Analyze market trends and raw material price fluctuations to implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.

High-Level Negotiation: Lead complex negotiations for annual contracts, framework agreements, and credit terms with key strategic partners.

Supply Chain Risk Management: Develop contingency plans (Buffer stocks, secondary sourcing) to mitigate risks related to logistics delays, geopolitical shifts, or factory shutdowns.

Team Leadership & Development: Manage and mentor the procurement team, setting KPIs and driving a culture of continuous improvement and ethical sourcing.

Cross-Functional Integration: Collaborate with Production, R&D, and Finance departments to optimize inventory levels and ensure 100% material availability for production.

ERP & Process Digitalization: Champion the use of ERP systems and data analytics to automate workflows and improve the transparency of procurement spend.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a technical field related to manufacturing.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a managerial role within a large-scale manufacturing environment.
• Professional fluency in Mandarin and English is mandatory for direct negotiation with overseas manufacturers and reporting to HQ.
• Expert knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SQL, SAP, Oracle, Kingdee) and advanced financial/spend analysis.
• Professional certifications like CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) are highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and the ability to influence stakeholders.

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