Strategic Purchasing Specialist

FEPA Sdn. Bhd.; Johor; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Allowances

Free parking

Career growth

Training and development

Supportive environment

Long-term career

Job summary

FEPA Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia is seeking a Purchasing Executive to manage day-to-day procurement, source materials, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining optimal inventory.

You will work with Sales and Production to evaluate suppliers, issue purchase orders, maintain supplier records, and drive cost efficiency across the purchasing process. Candidates should have 2–3 years purchasing experience, strong negotiation and MS Excel skills, and be fluent in English and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant purchasing/procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of supplier sourcing, purchasing processes, inventory control, and procurement documentation.
• Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with suppliers.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including material sourcing, quotation evaluation, price comparison, negotiation, and purchase order issuance.
• Identify and evaluate new and alternative suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, quality, reliability, and supply continuity.
• Negotiate with suppliers on price, payment terms, lead time, delivery schedules, and other commercial terms.
• Monitor purchase orders and shipments to ensure materials are delivered on time and production schedules are not affected.
• Coordinate with suppliers and relevant departments on shipping and customs clearance documentation.
• Maintain and update the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and supplier records.
• Review inventory levels and coordinate material purchases to maintain optimum stock levels while minimizing shortages and excess inventory.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchasing records and departmental documentation.
• Work closely with Sales and relevant departments on new material/sample evaluations and obtain feedback on supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytics

Problem-solving

Supplier sourcing

Inventory control

Procurement docs

Excel

Languages

Education

Purchasing / Supply Chain degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FEPA Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia is seeking a Purchasing Executive to manage day-to-day procurement, source materials, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining optimal inventory.

You will work with Sales and Production to evaluate suppliers, issue purchase orders, maintain supplier records, and drive cost efficiency across the purchasing process. Candidates should have 2–3 years purchasing experience, strong negotiation and MS Excel skills, and be fluent in English and