Senior Sourcing & Purchasing Specialist

Tisen Trading (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic trading company in Selangor, Malaysia, seeks a Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing and vendor management initiatives. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage supplier relationships effectively. Proficiency in Mandarin and familiarity with platforms like Alibaba are preferred. This role offers growth potential and is suited for proactive individuals willing to travel for business purposes.

Benefits

Commission and incentives

Growth potential to management role

Opportunity to manage sales targets

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years working experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or as a Procurement Specialist.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management platforms.
• Experience in FMCG, trading, or GWP products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement sourcing plans to meet quality and cost efficiency.
• Negotiate with suppliers for quality and delivery objectives.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve supply chain issues.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Supplier relationship management

Leadership

Market dynamics understanding

Mandarin proficiency

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Vendor management platforms (Alibaba)

Job description

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of working experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or as a Procurement Specialist.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management platforms, especially Alibaba and direct China suppliers.
• Experience in a similar industry, particularly in FMCG, trading, or GWP (Gifts with Purchase) products, will be an added advantage.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to build and sustain supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in collecting, interpreting, and analyzing data.
• Good understanding of market dynamics, costing, and supplier risk management.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Solid judgment and decision-making skills.
• Good command of Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia in both speaking and writing (Mandarin is a plus).

Other Requirements

• Willing to work in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment.
• Able to support cross-functional departments and take initiative on assigned tasks.
• Must possess own transport.
• Willing to travel locally and abroad, including factory quality control trips to China.

Requirement

Education & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of working experience in Sourcing, Purchasing, or as a Procurement Specialist.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management platforms, especially Alibaba and direct China suppliers.
• Experience in a similar industry, particularly in FMCG, trading, or GWP (Gifts with Purchase) products, will be an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to build and sustain supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in collecting, interpreting, and analyzing data.
• Good understanding of market dynamics, costing, and supplier risk management.
• Leadership qualities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Solid judgment and decision-making skills.
• Good command of Mandarin, English, and Bahasa Malaysia in both speaking and writing (Mandarin is a plus).

Other Requirements

• Willing to work in a fast-paced and detail-oriented environment.
• Able to support cross-functional departments and take initiative on assigned tasks.
• Must possess own transport.
• Willing to travel locally and abroad, including factory quality control trips to China.

Responsibility

Supplier & Sourcing Management

• Implement sourcing plans to ensure orders meet specified quality, delivery timelines, and cost efficiency.
• Establish and maintain a reliable supplier base in line with company requirements.
• Evaluate current and potential suppliers in coordination with Supplier Quality Teams and China HQ.
• Handle supplier inquiries, requests for quotations (RFQ), proposals, and bidding processes.
• Develop long-term supplier relationships and maintain rapport with all levels of supplier personnel.

Purchasing & Negotiation

• Negotiate with suppliers to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Execute contract negotiation and development in coordination with the Marketing Manager.
• Drive parts and process qualification in coordination with China HQ Quality Teams.
• Guarantee supply continuity for all product portfolios in collaboration with Marketing and Operations teams.
• Identify opportunities and implement actions to achieve cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Coordination & Reporting

• Document supplier performance, action plans, and timelines for assigned sourcing projects.
• Work with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Quality, and Finance) to resolve supply chain issues.
• Track purchasing activities and prepare reports on supplier performance, cost analysis, and sourcing progress.
• Support internal audits and ensure compliance with company procurement policies.
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Commission, incentives, and allowance.
• Step into a full management role with real responsibilities and growth potential.
• Opportunity for ambitious individuals with 5+ years of experience in sales and/or operations to take the next step.
• Own sales targets, manage key accounts, and work closely with company leadership on strategy

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