Sr Procurement/Purchasing Specialist

Randstad; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Malaysia seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage the end-to-end RFQ process and support sourcing decisions. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, strong procurement experience, and proficiency in English. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, and implementing process improvements. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success in this fast-paced, results-oriented environment. Candidates with knowledge of Mandarin and Japanese are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in any discipline, preferably related to procurement or business.
• Proficiency in English, knowledge of Mandarin and Japanese is a plus.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end-to-end RFQ process, including preparing and tracking RFQs.
• Review requestor requirements prior to RFQ issuance.
• Consolidate and analyze supplier quotations for sourcing decisions.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing decisions.
• Generate cost analysis and supplier evaluations for review.
• Implement process improvements within the RFQ cycle.

Skills

Procurement or sourcing experience

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

Proficiency in English

Ability to work independently

Agile and adaptable

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Office applications

Education

Degree in any discipline (Bachelor’s degree or above)

Job description

Coordinate the end-to-end RFQ process, including preparing, issuing, and tracking RFQs.

Review and validate requestor requirements prior to RFQ issuance.

Consolidate, analyze, and compare supplier quotations to support sourcing decisions.

Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (PG, PAD, OED and related department if necessary) to align sourcing decisions with business needs.

Focus on the outcome of tasks, results oriented.

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Prepare cost analysis, supplier evaluations, and SRB reports for OPS review.

Continuously identify and implement process improvements within the RFQ cycle.

Monitor RFQ cycle time, generate reports, and escape delays when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the end‑to‑end RFQ process, including preparing, issuing, and tracking RFQs.

• Review and validate requestor requirements prior to RFQ issuance.

• Consolidate, analyze, and compare supplier quotations to support sourcing decisions.

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (PG, PAD, OED and related department if necessary) to align sourcing decisions with business needs.

• Focus on the outcome of tasks, results oriented.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

• Prepare cost analysis, supplier evaluations, and SRB reports for OPS review.

• Continuously identify and implement process improvements within the RFQ cycle.

• Monitor RFQ cycle time, generate reports, and escape delays when necessary.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in any discipline (Bachelor’s degree or above).
• Proficiency in English (both written and verbal), knowledge of Mandarin and Japanese Language added advantages.
• Procurement or sourcing experience, preferably in semiconductor manufacturing.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Agile and adaptable, able to respond to changes quickly, make sound decisions, and act with urgency.
• Positive attitude, willingness to take on challenges, and strong sense of ownership.
• High attention to detail with strong responsibility and accountability.
• Professional ethics, integrity, and loyalty.
• Analytical mindset with problem‑solving skills and ability to interpret data for recommendations.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with global teams.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple RFQs under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel and PowerPoint).