Strategic Procurement Specialist

SH Seng Heng Engineering Sdn Bhd; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SH Seng Heng Engineering Sdn Bhd, a premier metal and machinery fabrication company in Malaysia, seeks a qualified Purchasing/Procurement professional. The role focuses on sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, managing orders, and maintaining accurate records.

Diploma or bachelor’s in business administration or supply chain is required, with at least 3 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing procurement.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing/procurement in engineering/manufacturing.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
• Bilingual in Bahasa Melayu and English (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of inventory management and supply chain principles.

Responsibilities

• Source and select suppliers based on quality, price, and delivery capabilities.
• Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms to achieve cost savings and favorable agreements.
• Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and identify new vendors for partnerships.
• Create and issue purchase orders from approved requests.
• Track orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Store & Facilities to determine material needs and reordering levels.
• Monitor usage trends and adjust purchasing strategies to meet demand.
• Analyse market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and maintain supplier databases.
• Evaluate supplier performance, including delivery reliability and quality.
• Address supplier disputes or performance issues promptly.
• Maintain records of purchases, contracts, evaluation reports, and correspondence.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement

Supply chain

Documentation

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Business Administration / Supply Chain

Job description

SH Seng Heng Engineering Sdn Bhd, a premier metal and machinery fabrication company in Malaysia, seeks a qualified Purchasing/Procurement professional. The role focuses on sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, managing orders, and maintaining accurate records.

Diploma or bachelor’s in business administration or supply chain is required, with at least 3 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing procurement.