Strategic Buyer

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD. is seeking a Strategic Buyer in Malaysia to manage daily purchasing activities, create purchase orders, and lead supplier performance initiatives within a fast-growing semiconductor environment.

You will work with sourcing teams to anticipate trends, set plans, and ensure optimal terms and on-time delivery, while mentoring execution buyers and aligning with policy and VOI requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a relevant engineering field.
• 5+ years in purchasing/procurement in manufacturing.
• Experience with MRP/ERP procurement processes and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Own part count and support buyers in daily purchasing activities.
• Create and manage purchase orders with accurate terms and pricing.
• Support supplier contract execution and lead time/terms development.
• Collaborate with sourcing teams on supply trends and plans.
• Drive supplier performance and de-risk sourcing decisions.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Negotiation

Vendor Management

MRP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical or equivalent

Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical or equivalent

Tools

MRP System

ERP software

Job description

ULTRA CLEAN TECHNOLOGY (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.

Join UCT and be part of the fastest-growing sector in the world! We indirectly touch every semiconductor chip that goes into every smartphone, smart car and device that uses artificial intelligence. This is a critical time for the semiconductor industry and for UCT - as technology evolves, we evolve with it. UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo and exceeding customer expectations. If you are a person with a relentless drive to succeed, a strong focus on quality with a passion for success – join us today!

UCT is looking for a talented Strategic Buyerto join us inMalaysia!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own Part count and provide support to buyers in day-to-day Purchasing operations, including training, mentoring and leading Execution buyers in all Purchasing activities
• Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in terms, quantities and pricing
• Support the Supplier Contract Execution to ensure flawless day-to-day Purchasing activities
• Develop Maintenance Process in Lead time, MOQ/SPQ Payment Conditions, T&Cs
• Work with sourcing teams to understand direction, offer supply trend impacts and set plans and targets (Unconfirmed, Past Due, PPPC) for sourcing activity
• Propose and influence sourcing decisions based on overall Supplier performance and benefit including supply availability, price, tariff response, freight, flexibility, service, performance, quality, and T&Cs
• Provide recommendations for alternative sourcing/de-risk project
• Actively participate in SBR to drive Supplier performance improvement
• Act as a liaison for the NPI Team in all areas of procurement practices
• Lead development of complex procurement documentation
• Lead complex procurement activity where no precedents or local expertise exists
• Advise and direct internal customers on applicable policies and procedures
• Act as primary contact with Suppliers within assigned Category, internal and external Customer to facilitate problem resolution and performance standards
• Act as team leader, mentor and coach within the assigned category Purchasing team
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies (QMS/MTL), procedures and relevant regulations
• Lead overall VOI implementation, drive process improvement to ensure Suppliers’ conformance to the prescribed VOI Minimum quantity at any time
• Other tasks/projects as assigned by the superior

Knowledge, Skills, Experience:

At least 5 years working experience for bachelor’s degree in electrical / mechanical or equivalent

• At least 8 years working experience for Diploma in Electrical / Mechanical or equivalent
• Knowledge of MRP system will be advantageous
• Able to perform in fast paced environment; Preferably experience from manufacturing environment
• Possess good interpersonal and negotiation skills

Education, Certifications, Requirements:

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

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, union membership, covered veteran status, protected genetic information and any other characteristic protected under laws and regulations.

Ultra Clean Technology (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd designs and manufactures gas delivery systems that control the high-purity gases used in the processing of semiconductor devices. These gas delivery systems are configured to address the specific needs of the semiconductor capital equipment industry.

Through the use of advanced manufacturing methodologies and quality assurance procedures, we produce highly reliable, cost-effective, custom-designed application-specific systems. UCT is involved in all stages of design, as a partner in the process of developing a system that fully meets end-user process specifications.

UCT has global sites in the United States, Europe, Philippines, China, Singapore, Taiwan and Korea. We are setting up our Malaysia operations in Penang. Join us in these exciting times as part of the start-up team!

Ultra Clean Technology (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd designs and manufactures gas delivery systems that control the high-purity gases used in the processing of semiconductor devices. These gas delivery systems are configured to address the specific needs of the semiconductor capital equipment industry.

Through the use of advanced manufacturing methodologies and quality assurance procedures, we produce highly reliable, cost-effective, custom-designed application-specific systems. UCT is involved in all stages of design, as a partner in the process of developing a system that fully meets end-user process specifications.

UCT has global sites in the United States, Europe, Philippines, China, Singapore, Taiwan and Korea. We are setting up our Malaysia operations in Penang. Join us in these exciting times as part of the start-up team!