Strategic Purchasing Lead - Sourcing & Supplier Relations

Chong Wah Plastics Sdn Bhd; Teluk Panglima Garang; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Chong Wah Plastics Sdn Bhd, a long-standing plastics packaging company in Malaysia, seeks an experienced purchasing professional to manage daily procurement, source and negotiate with suppliers, and monitor supplier performance. The role emphasizes cost reduction and ISO 9001 compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience, and demonstrates strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, plus independence and multitasking

Qualifications

• Diploma / Degree holder with minimum 3–5 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience; supervisory experience is an advantage.
• Good negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Responsible, detail-oriented, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily purchasing and procurement activities.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Prepare and monitor Purchase Orders (POs) and purchasing documents.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal departments for timely deliveries.
• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements.
• Support cost reduction and supplier improvement initiatives.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procedures and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Maintain proper purchasing and supplier records for audit purposes.
• Assist the Purchasing Manager in supervising the purchasing team and resolving supplier issues.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma / Degree

Job description

Chong Wah Plastics Sdn Bhd, a long-standing plastics packaging company in Malaysia, seeks an experienced purchasing professional to manage daily procurement, source and negotiate with suppliers, and monitor supplier performance. The role emphasizes cost reduction and ISO 9001 compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience, and demonstrates strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, plus independence and multitasking