Senior Purchasing Officer

Molex; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics supplier in Malaysia seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing activities and ensure compliance with policies. You will work closely with internal teams, drive improvement initiatives, and manage vendor relationships. The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and has 5-8 years of relevant experience, including two in a senior role. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential. This role offers the chance to influence procurement strategies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or sourcing.
• At least two years in a senior capacity with increasing responsibilities.
• Knowledgeable in supply chain management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing process from requisition to delivery.
• Evaluate and enhance procurement operations through data analysis.
• Resolve purchasing challenges efficiently and effectively.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Self-driven

Results-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The primary purpose of this role is to manage and execute purchasing activities while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and aligning these activities with the company’s goals and objectives.

Our Team

This role operates within the Consumer & Commercial Solution Division. You will collaborate closely with internal teams such as planning, production, finance, logistics, quality assurance, and sourcing, as well as engage with external suppliers and Molex entities, fostering a strong, cross-functional working relationship.

What You Will Do

Evaluate and enhance procurement and purchasing operations through data analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

Resolve purchasing challenges including delivery delays, quality issues, and contract disputes efficiently.

Communicate and collaborate effectively with subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to find solutions that minimize operational impact.

Work alongside multiple departments to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery of goods.

Monitor and manage inventory to maintain adequate stock and reduce waste.

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process from requisition to purchase order and delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies.

Lead company initiatives related to standards such as RBA, TS 16949, ISO 9001/14001.

Build strong working relationships and promote teamwork across functions.

Develop innovative solutions to workplace challenges to improve procurement effectiveness.

Drive achievement of departmental and company key performance indicators (KPIs).

Collaborate closely with suppliers and Quality Assurance to resolve quality concerns.

Evaluate and monitor supplier performance ensuring adherence to compliance requirements.

Support vendors using SAP Business Network for supply chain collaboration and resolve related issues.

Promote continuous improvement and digital transformation within procurement processes.

Ensure full compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

5-8 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or sourcing, including at least two years in a senior capacity with increasing responsibilities.

Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Self-driven and results-oriented with a positive attitude and clear focus on delivery, expediting, and cost management.

Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Analytical skills for market analysis and cost evaluation.

Knowledgeable in supply chain management principles.

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Qualifications)

Excellent negotiation, planning, and organizational skills.

Experience in sourcing and knowledge of SAP.

About Molex

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Compensation Philosophy

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.