Senior Semiconductor Buyer Lead (OTD/Inventory)

Ultra Clean Technology; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultra Clean Technology in Malaysia is seeking a Buyer IV to lead a sub team of buyers and ensure on-time delivery while optimizing inventory. The role emphasizes strong negotiation and supplier relationship management within a manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate should have a relevant engineering or supply chain education and substantial experience, with a focus on data accuracy, cost control, and KPI-driven purchasing processes to support production schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in relevant fields as listed.
• Experience in manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of MRP systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a sub team of Buyers to achieve 100% on-time delivery and manage inventory goals.
• Drive purchasing KPIs such as Past Due PO, Unconfirm PO, PPC (Pull in, Push out, and Cancellation).
• Ensure compliance of purchase data (LT, AVL, SPQ/MOQ) and cost setting in the system.
• Supervise and evaluate sub team purchasing activities to avoid disruption of supply to production plan.
• Manage and improve escalation processes to resolve material shortages timely.
• Establish and maintain good supplier rapport for delivery effectiveness.
• Provide support and responsiveness.
• Assess material positioning risks for important/critical parts by customer.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / science / mathematics / Materials /Industrial Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics /Mechatronics/Industrial Systems Engineering

Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent

Tools

MRP system

Job description

Ultra Clean Technology in Malaysia is seeking a Buyer IV to lead a sub team of buyers and ensure on-time delivery while optimizing inventory. The role emphasizes strong negotiation and supplier relationship management within a manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate should have a relevant engineering or supply chain education and substantial experience, with a focus on data accuracy, cost control, and KPI-driven purchasing processes to support production schedules.