Strategic Procurement Specialist

KMWE Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

KMWE Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a procurement professional to manage supplier relationships, create accurate POs, and monitor delivery performance. The role involves close collaboration with Production, Planning, Logistics, and other internal teams to prevent shortages and expedite urgent orders.

The candidate should have a Diploma or Bachelor in Supply Chain/Business, 1–2 years' experience, strong Excel and ERP skills, and solid negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business related field.
• 1–2 years of related experience or training; or equivalent education.
• Good knowledge of procurement and supply chain management processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Good negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers to ensure competitive quality, cost, delivery and service.
• Build and maintain good supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance.
• Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) accurately in compliance with company procedures.
• Follow up on supplier Order Confirmations and ensure delivery dates are updated in the ERP system.
• Monitor supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) and expedite urgent or delayed orders.
• Manage delivery rescheduling, pull-in and cancellation based on customer demand.
• Work closely with suppliers to resolve quality, delivery and supply issues.
• Conduct regular PO reconciliation with suppliers to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, Logistics and other departments to prevent material shortages and supply disruptions.
• Coordinate with Logistics to ensure timely shipment and arrival of purchased parts.
• Monitor and follow up on Return to Vendor (RTV) activities.
• Monitor purchased parts receipt and resolve supplier invoice discrepancies.
• Provide weekly procurement updates and escalations.
• Support the Head of Department in ad hoc assignments and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

KMWE Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a procurement professional to manage supplier relationships, create accurate POs, and monitor delivery performance. The role involves close collaboration with Production, Planning, Logistics, and other internal teams to prevent shortages and expedite urgent orders.

The candidate should have a Diploma or Bachelor in Supply Chain/Business, 1–2 years' experience, strong Excel and ERP skills, and solid negotiation and problem-solving abilities.