Strategic Buyer

MKS Inc.; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Penang is looking for a Strategic Buyer to manage procurement processes and supplier negotiations. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in ERP systems like SAP and Oracle. Strong interpersonal skills and negotiation abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain.
• Demonstrated experience with purchasing and supply chain tools.
• Advanced Excel and Power Point skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase order creation and optimization.
• Drive negotiations for prices and payment terms.
• Support supplier review and address delivery or quality issues.

Skills

Material management knowledge

Good interpersonal skills

Proficient in ERP/MRP systems

Strong negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/economics or engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Strategic Buyer at MKS, you will partner with cross functional teams to the continuous flow of material in order to meet production requirements, with right cost, quality, quantity and at the right time from the right source, following the internal procedures of the company. In this role, you will report to the Procurement Manager.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• PO creation and management/ Process optimization.
• Drives negotiation for prices and Payment Terms conditions and propose cost saving actions and projects aligned with company targets.
• Serves as the focal point for escalation for supplier's issues and provides support for monthly review with strategic/preferred suppliers: delivery issues, quality problems, Invoice/payment issues and other pending topics that need review.
• Manages and drives vendor list in alignment with Global Category Management strategy by evaluating supplier’s performance and providing support fir supplier audit
• Maintain supplier status in ERP systems (price, payment terms, Incoterms, address, contact email etc.).
• Travel to suppliers and other MKS facilities when needed.

Skills You Bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in business/ economics or engineering with knowledge of material management or logistics.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Procurement/ Supply Chain/ Planning.
• A demonstrated background and proven experience with purchasing and supply chain tools.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of ERP/MRP Systems, SAP, Oracle and Microsoft Office.
• Advanced level ability in the use of Excel & Power Point.
• A willingness and ability to influence and change the status quo.