Strategic Purchasing Executive

Vacuumschmelze; Remote; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a senior professional for supplier development in Asia. The role focuses on wire, PCBAs, and plastics, requiring at least 10 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain management, and a Bachelor’s degree. The position allows remote work and necessitates regular travel. Candidates should be meticulous, analytical, and possess strong negotiation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of working experience in purchasing or supply chain.
• Experience with IATF and VDA is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently is required.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate potential suppliers and develop new vendors.
• Negotiate and coordinate with suppliers and departments for purchases.
• Source and procure materials according to project requirements.
• Monitor market trends and conduct price comparisons.
• Prepare timely reports and analyses.
• Liaise with the Purchasing Manager for process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Self-motivated

Results orientated

Microsoft Office Applications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain or related field

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the research and evaluate potential suppliers and develop new vendors in Asia accordance to company's SOP. Will focus on wire, PCBAs and support plastics. Negotiate and coordinate with supplier and cross functional department for best possible purchase. Source and procure materials or equipment according to project requirements. Keep abreast of market or price situation and conduct regular price comparison. Preparing reports and analysis in timely manner. Liase with Purchasing manager for any improvement to the purchasing process/flow/system to enhance the work efficiency and effectiveness. Perform other duties assigned by manager.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate potential suppliers and develop new vendors in Asia according to company SOP, with a focus on wire, PCBAs and plastics support.
• Negotiate and coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional departments for optimal purchasing outcomes.
• Source and procure materials or equipment according to project requirements.
• Monitor market and price trends; conduct regular price comparisons.
• Prepare reports and analyses in a timely manner.
• Liaise with the Purchasing Manager for improvements to the purchasing process/flow/system to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor\'s Degree or Professional Degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain/any related field.
• At least 10 years of working experience in this related field.
• Experience with IATF and VDA is an advantage.
• This position is required to work from home.
• Required regular travel.
• Meticulous, analytical, self-motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to work independently and have excellent negotiation skills.
• Good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office Applications.