Senior Buyer

EPS Malaysia; Johor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement company in Johor is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage buying-related activities and develop supplier partnerships. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to resolve issues effectively. This role involves collaborating with both internal teams and external suppliers to ensure efficient procurement processes. Competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement/Buying/Contracts.
• Strong understanding of Purchasing principles and processes.
• Ability to manage relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all buying-related activities both inside and outside the ERP system.
• Work with plant personnel to schedule orders and resolve issues.
• Assist in development of processes to resolve invoicing issues.

Skills

Vendor sourcing practices

Purchasing principles

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree

Job description

• Manage all buying-related activities both inside and outside the ERP system.
• Work with plant personnel to schedule and reschedule orders, determine new procurement requirements, and resolve invoicing and shipment issues.
• Assist in development of processes to resolve invoicing issues, working closely with accounting teams.
• Resolve issues with suppliers about discrepancies in price, terms, returns, supply or quality by renegotiating price, replacement, or back charges.
• Generate and maintain supplier partnerships.
• Collaborate with operations and continuous improvement to support cost reduction projects.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations, and best practices.
• Monitor vendor quality and maintain a current database of vendor information.

Competencies Required (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Others)

• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors).

Skills (S):

• Strong understanding of Purchasing principles and processes.
• Strong administrative, analytical, and communication skills.
• Negotiation and business relations skills.

Abilities (A):

• Ability to manage relationships effectively at all levels within customer and supplier organizations.
• Able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Other (O):

• Experience in fast-paced, results-driven team environments.

Direct Internal Customers

• All

Direct External Customers

• External Suppliers, Contractors

Job Specification

• Diploma, bachelor’s degree or above.

Minimum Years of Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement/Buying/Contracts.

Additional Requirements:

• Confident with influencing skills and ability to prioritize work effectively.
• Strong administrative, analytical, and communication skills.