Senior Electronics Buyer | Mandarin Speaker

Rapsodo; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapsodo, a sports technology company, is seeking a hands-on procurement professional in Kuala Lumpur to manage sourcing of electronic components and hardware materials. You will work with NPI, Engineering, Planning and China-based suppliers, negotiating prices and lead times. Fluency in Mandarin and English is required, with experience in ERP systems and BOM management.

The role offers a fast-paced hardware environment with opportunities to grow your responsibilities across global supply chains.

Qualifications

• 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in electronics, hardware or manufacturing.
• Experience purchasing electronic components, semiconductor, mechanical parts or other manufacturing materials.
• Business‑level Mandarin communication with China suppliers and strong English communication skills.
• Experience negotiating price, lead time and delivery commitments with suppliers.
• Good understanding of BOMs, part numbers and engineering changes.
• Experience with ERP or purchasing systems.
• Strong follow‑up, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of suppliers and materials.
• Experience working with contract manufacturers is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and sourcing for electronic such as semiconductor and mechanical components, mainly from China suppliers.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing, MOQ and lead times, and place purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier commitments and ensure materials are available for production.
• Identify shortages, delays and supply risks early and drive recovery actions with suppliers.
• Work with Planning, Engineering, Operations and NPI on forecasts, BOM changes and new product requirements.
• Support supplier performance management and identify alternative sources where needed.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information in the ERP system.

Skills

Mandarin communication

English communication

Negotiation

Vendor management

Independent worker

Problem solving

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Rapsodo, a sports technology company, is seeking a hands-on procurement professional in Kuala Lumpur to manage sourcing of electronic components and hardware materials. You will work with NPI, Engineering, Planning and China-based suppliers, negotiating prices and lead times. Fluency in Mandarin and English is required, with experience in ERP systems and BOM management.

The role offers a fast-paced hardware environment with opportunities to grow your responsibilities across global supply chains.