Senior Purchaser (Data Center)

Randstad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking a proactive Purchaser to manage sourcing and procurement of construction materials, equipment, and services. You will handle RFQs, negotiate costs, and coordinate deliveries to ensure timely site arrival.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in purchasing or material sourcing within construction or hardware sectors, with strong negotiation and accuracy under deadlines.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in SCM, Logistics, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Source reliable suppliers and issue RFQs with price comparisons.
• Negotiate prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules to maximize cost savings.
• Generate and issue Purchase Orders accurately using internal systems.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Sourcing

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management / related field

Tools

Procurement system

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 16th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

about the company

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Purchaser to manage the sourcing and supply of construction materials, equipment, and services. In this role, you will be responsible for timely material procurement, vendor management, and cost optimization. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior professional or ambitious fresh graduate looking to build a long-term career in construction supply chain and procurement.

about the job

Sourcing & RFQs: Source reliable suppliers, issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and compile price comparison sheets for management review.

Negotiation & Cost Control: Negotiate competitive prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules with vendors to achieve maximum cost savings without compromising quality.

PO Administration: Generate and issue Purchase Orders (POs) accurately using internal systems, ensuring all terms and conditions are clearly stated.

Delivery & Logistics Coordination: Coordinate closely with site supervisors and project managers to track delivery timelines and ensure materials arrive on site exactly when needed.

Invoice Verification: Match delivery orders (DOs) and invoices against POs to resolve any discrepancies in quantity or pricing before passing to the accounts team.

Vendor Relationship Management: Maintain and evaluate an updated database of approved suppliers and subcontractors based on performance, reliability, and price

about the manager/team

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Purchaisng Manager.

skills and experience required

Qualifications: Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.

Experience: 2-4 years of experience in purchasing or material sourcing, preferably within the construction, engineering, or hardware trading sector.

Attributes: Sharp negotiation skills, strong attention to detail, high integrity, and the ability to work under tight project deadlines.