PURCHASING OFFICER

IJM Corporation Berhad; Selangor; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a Purchasing Officer for the Construction Division to handle procurement of materials, equipment, and services for projects and operations.

You will prepare POs based on pricing, vendors, and project needs; source quotations, compare offers, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining records and supplier performance. The role requires a Diploma in a related field, at least 2 years' experience, and strong negotiation and Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Experience in construction or project-based environment is an advantage.
• Good negotiation, communication, and coordination skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic purchasing/procurement systems.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple purchasing requests efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchasing of materials, equipment, and services required for construction projects and operations.
• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (PO) based on approved pricing, vendors, and project requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with project, site, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules, quality issues, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, supplier information, quotations, and purchasing reports.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist in resolving purchasing and supply-related issues.
• Support urgent and ad-hoc purchasing requests as required by the project and site teams.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approval requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Coordination

Education

Diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Purchasing systems

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Handle purchasing of materials, equipment, and services required for construction projects and operations.

Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (PO) based on approved pricing, vendors, and project requirements.

Source, evaluate, and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing and cost efficiency.

Coordinate with project, site, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.

Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules, quality issues, and required documentation.

Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, supplier information, quotations, and purchasing reports.

Monitor supplier performance and assist in resolving purchasing and supply-related issues.

Support urgent and ad-hoc purchasing requests as required by the project and site teams.

Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approval requirements.

CONSTRUCTION DIVISION

Purchasing Officer

Responsibilities

• Handle purchasing of materials, equipment, and services required for construction projects and operations.
• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (PO) based on approved pricing, vendors, and project requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate with project, site, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules, quality issues, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, supplier information, quotations, and purchasing reports.
• Monitor supplier performance and assist in resolving purchasing and supply-related issues.
• Support urgent and ad-hoc purchasing requests as required by the project and site teams.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, and approval requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Experience in the construction or project-based environment is an advantage.
• Good negotiation, communication, and coordination skills.
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic purchasing/procurement systems.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple purchasing requests efficiently.