Strategic Supplier Relations & Acquisition Associate

WELSEND MALAYSIA SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WELSEND MALAYSIA SDN BHD in Kuala Lumpur City Centre is hiring a Supplier Relationship & Acquisition Associate for a full-time role. The position focuses on identifying, evaluating, and building relationships with key suppliers to support our product acquisition strategy.

You will engage in market research, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and collaborate with internal teams to align supplier capabilities with business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or related discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience in supplier relationship management, procurement, vendor management, or product acquisition roles.
• Strong language skills: Reading and writing fluency in English and Mandarin is required.
• Proven ability to research and identify qualified suppliers within the relevant industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with ability to build rapport with stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with procurement or supplier management systems.
• Ability to analyse data and prepare clear reports and recommendations.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices and ethical sourcing principles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers through market research, networking, and vendor assessments.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, pricing, and SLAs to achieve optimal value.
• Maintain and nurture relationships with existing suppliers with regular communications and reviews.
• Manage supplier documentation, contracts, and records for compliance and accessibility.
• Collaborate with procurement, product, and operations to address supplier requirements.
• Prepare reports and presentations on supplier performance, trends, and opportunities for management.
• Support development and implementation of supplier policies aligned with company standards.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Procurement

Vendor management

Product acquisition

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procurement systems

Job description

WELSEND MALAYSIA SDN BHD in Kuala Lumpur City Centre is hiring a Supplier Relationship & Acquisition Associate for a full-time role. The position focuses on identifying, evaluating, and building relationships with key suppliers to support our product acquisition strategy.

You will engage in market research, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and collaborate with internal teams to align supplier capabilities with business needs.