Senior Purchasing Officer

M&J Supply Chain Services Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services provider in Malaysia is seeking a dedicated Purchasing Officer to manage end-to-end purchasing activities. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, monitoring market trends, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of experience, a diploma or degree in a related field, and must be fluent in Mandarin. Strong negotiation and analytical skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office, are essential. This position offers benefits including EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and annual bonuses.

Benefits

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Annual Leave

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience.
• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, inventory control, and cost management.
• Able to work independently, under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing activities including purchase requisitions and orders.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for best terms.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock.

Skills

Fluent in Mandarin (spoken & written)

Good communication skills in English

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills

Analytical skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

ERP system experience

Job description

M&J Supply Chain Services Sdn Bhd – Petaling

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience
• Diploma or Degree in a related field
• Fluent in Mandarin (spoken & written) – mandatory
• Good communication skills in English
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills
• Solid understanding of purchasing processes, inventory control, and cost management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); ERP system experience is an advantage
• Able to work independently, under pressure, and meet tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing activities including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and delivery follow-ups
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best pricing, quality, and delivery terms
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and identify new reliable vendors
• Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and pricing to ensure competitiveness
• Lead price negotiations and contract discussions with suppliers
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement in procurement processes
• Review and analyze purchasing data to optimize procurement strategies
• Coordinate with warehouse, operations, and sales teams to plan purchases based on demand forecasts and stock levels
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages, overstock, or obsolete items
• Ensure suppliers comply with company policies, quality standards, and delivery requirements
• Manage supplier documentation including quotations, contracts, and agreements
• Resolve supplier-related issues such as delivery delays, quality concerns, and disputes
• Work closely with internal departments (Operations, Finance, Sales) to support business needs
• Prepare purchasing reports, cost analysis, and supplier performance evaluations
• Guide and support junior purchasing staff when required
• Review and enhance purchasing procedures, policies, and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and SOPs

Benefits

• EPF
• SOCSO
• EIS
• Annual Leave
• Annual Bonus