Strategic Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

KURITA WATER (M) SDN BHD; Johor; On-site; MYR 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical treatment

Hospitalization Leave 60 days

Group Health Insurance

Annual medical checkup

Job summary

KURITA Water Malaysia Sdn Bhd (KWM) is seeking a Procurement Executive / Procurement Junior Executive in Johor to manage strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and purchase orders. You will work closely with internal departments to ensure timely deliveries and cost-effective procurement aligned with ISO standards.

The role emphasizes negotiation, analytical thinking, and strong Excel/SAP capability to optimize purchasing processes and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in procurement or related field.
• 2–5 years experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Experience in supplier sourcing, quotation comparison, price negotiation, and PO management.
• Strong understanding of purchasing and supply‑chain processes.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; SAP / SBO procurement experience preferred.
• Able to work independently and coordinate with different departments.
• ISO 9001 knowledge would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing: Identify and evaluate suppliers, conduct price comparisons, and negotiate favorable terms to ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Supplier relationship management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and ensuring high-quality products and services.
• Order management: Issue purchase orders, track material orders, and coordinate with transporters to ensure timely deliveries.
• Cost optimization: Identify cost reduction opportunities, conduct market validations, and negotiate price adjustments to maximize savings and improve margins.
• Quality assurance: Ensure purchased goods meet engineering specifications and monitor supplier quality and delivery performance.
• Documentation and reporting: Prepare and file relevant documentation, including reports, analyses, contracts, and budgets.
• Process improvement: Participate in ISO initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the procurement function.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Problem-solving

Coordination

Education

Diploma/Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Chemical or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

SBO procurement system

Job description

KURITA Water Malaysia Sdn Bhd (KWM) is seeking a Procurement Executive / Procurement Junior Executive in Johor to manage strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and purchase orders. You will work closely with internal departments to ensure timely deliveries and cost-effective procurement aligned with ISO standards.

The role emphasizes negotiation, analytical thinking, and strong Excel/SAP capability to optimize purchasing processes and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.