Strategic Buyer - Materials & Suppliers

Applied Materials, Inc.; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Buyer to acquire materials, equipment, and services for state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facilities. You will collaborate across teams to monitor inventory, manage supplier performance, and ensure timely delivery to support semiconductor production.

The role requires experience in procurement, ERP/MRP systems, and strong negotiation skills to drive cost savings while maintaining quality. This is a full‑time position in a global leader.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supplier management.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing and terms with strategic suppliers.
• Analyze procurement data and supplier performance metrics.
• Issue RFQs, evaluate proposals, and manage purchase orders; ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with engineering/SCM to source new suppliers and optimize costs.
• Maintain inventory levels and support material requirements planning.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Procurement

ERP/MRP

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Applied Materials in Penang, Malaysia, is seeking a Buyer to acquire materials, equipment, and services for state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facilities. You will collaborate across teams to monitor inventory, manage supplier performance, and ensure timely delivery to support semiconductor production.

The role requires experience in procurement, ERP/MRP systems, and strong negotiation skills to drive cost savings while maintaining quality. This is a full‑time position in a global leader.