Supply Chain Officer (Purchasing/Planning)

UST Global (M) Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

UST Global SM (UST) seeks a Supply Chain Officer (Purchasing/Planning) in Penang to manage material purchasing and planning activities. Responsibilities include ERP-driven purchase orders, stock replenishment analysis, and expediting orders with vendors to meet production needs.

The role requires strong inventory control knowledge, English proficiency, and experience in contract manufacturing environments. You will collaborate with customers and KAE on consignments and ensure SOP adherence.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business or Materials Management; degree considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of inventory and procurement processes.
• Proficient in English; able to negotiate with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Experience in contract manufacturing environments preferred.
• ERP systems experience (BaaN, SAP, Infor LN) advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Purchase materials based on ERP system requirements.
• Analyze stock replenishment impact across the material planning chain.
• Issue and manage Purchase Orders; update vendor confirmations.
• Monitor and expedite outstanding orders; liaise with vendors for replacements.
• Update costing for customer consignments; interface with customers on consigned stock.
• Plan production and subcontracting; obtain quotes from sub-contractors.
• Maintain inventory control aligned with business objectives and SOPs.

Skills

Inventory management

Procurement

English proficiency

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Willingness to learn

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Business

Materials Management

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

BaaN

SAP

Infor LN

Job description

Supply Chain Officer (Purchasing/Planning)

Purchase of materials as required based on ERP system requirements.

Analyze the stock replenishment impact to entire material planning chain. Justify the purchase if it’s resulted excessive stock.

Issue and enter Purchase Orders. Update order confirmation from vendors.

Check delivery confirmation of all orders released to vendors.

Monitor and expedite outstanding orders and delivery schedules.

Inform and follow-up with vendors for rejected parts and replacement dates.

Review Purchase Orders for adequacy of purchase data and specified requirements before released.

Sourcing and price negotiation for indirect material.

Update costing for customer consigns part.

Interface and deal with CPE on the purchase data information update and revision.

Interface and deal with customers/KAE on consigned materials.

Declare material liabilities claim whenever there is an order cancellation or deferment.

Organizing the flow of materials and parts required in accordance with production plan.

Planning for Sub-contracting job as and when required. Get quotation from sub-contractor for new project.

Ensure proper inventory control according to company business objective.

Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (QMS & LN) are observed and adhered to at all time.

Perform other duties as assigned at the discretion of the superior and the Supply Chain Manager.

Carry out the routine supply chain operation task; maintain the accurate and timely update data into ERP system

Perform other duties as assigned at the discretion of the superior and the Supply Chain Manager

Job Description: Planning

Maintain the customer demand into ERP system such as sales orders and customer forecast as and when required. Prior to EP generation run, SCO must ensure the demand data are correct.

Responsible for planning & scheduling production quantity based on customer order. To confirm customer’s orders after checking the material status with vendors.

Carry out the routine supply chain operation task; maintain the accurate and timely update data into ERP system.

Declare material liabilities claim whenever there is an order cancellation or deferment.

Controlling in-house production and sub-contracting jobs including the issuance of production order for material kitting purposes.

Update production planning report and investigating production delays and initiate corrective action.

Organizing the flow of materials and parts required in accordance with production plan. Monitor Clear to Build (CTB) status

Arrange shipment according to customer’s requirement and update shipment tracker and work with Shipping officer for invoice preparation.

Initiate GSP Form A application as and when required.

Monitoring Finished Goods consignment stock in customer’s warehouse and checking the stock movement.

Interface with customer for withdrawal of consigned stock & update orders on weekly basis.

Ensure proper inventory control according to company business objectives.

Ensure Standard Operating Procedures (QMS & LN) are observed and adhered to at all times.

Perform other duties assigned at the discretion of the superior and the Supply Chain Manager.

Job Requirement :

At least a Diploma in Business or Materials Management, preferably with at least 2 years' related experience. Preferable Degree in any discipline or Master Degree in overseas.

Good understanding of inventory management and procurement

Proficiency in both written and spoken English and ability to negotiate with all levels of people

Working experience in the contract manufacturing environment preferred.

Working knowledge of ERP system such as BaaN/SAP/inforLN preferred.

Excellent communication and strong analytical skill.

Self organize & structure, independent and self-motivated.

Willing to learn new things.

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UST Global SM (UST) is a leading provider of end-to-end IT services and solutions for Global 2000 companies. The company has a client-centric Global Engagement Model that combines local, senior, on-site resources with the cost, scale, and quality advantages of off-shore operations.In every business engagement, we seek the opportunity to build long-lasting, strategic relationships. This client-centric focus is the heart of our corporate values and the soul of our culture, and forms the basis for how we, as a company, operate and serve our clients. Commitment to long-term client success empowers every associate to provide value and flexibility beyond the contract.The industry-leading expertise found within our Centers of Excellence (CoEs) plays a key role in our success with clients. The CoEs deliver pragmatic IT solutions that allow clients to consistently achieve their most critical business objectives. Our Partner Program complements the Centers of Excellence. The program aims to develop strategic relationships with best-of-breed organizations to provide UST developers with advance access to new technology and educational resources.We are certified by KPMG as an SEI-CMMI and PCMM Level 5 company. We adopt Six Sigma practices for developing our client-facing processes. Our centers in India are now ISO 27001 certified. These certifications and practices provide a qualified foundation for all UST service offerings and enable our clients to benefit internally. Historyhttp://www.ust-global.com/aboutmenon.aspx Product & Serviceshttp://www.ust-global.com/services.aspx

UST Global SM (UST) is a leading provider of end-to-end IT services and solutions for Global 2000 companies. The company has a client-centric Global Engagement Model that combines local, senior, on-site resources with the cost, scale, and quality advantages of off-shore operations.In every business engagement, we seek the opportunity to build long-lasting, strategic relationships. This client-centric focus is the heart of our corporate values and the soul of our culture, and forms the basis for how we, as a company, operate and serve our clients. Commitment to long-term client success empowers every associate to provide value and flexibility beyond the contract.The industry-leading expertise found within our Centers of Excellence (CoEs) plays a key role in our success with clients. The CoEs deliver pragmatic IT solutions that allow clients to consistently achieve their most critical business objectives. Our Partner Program complements the Centers of Excellence. The program aims to develop strategic relationships with best-of-breed organizations to provide UST developers with advance access to new technology and educational resources.We are certified by KPMG as an SEI-CMMI and PCMM Level 5 company. We adopt Six Sigma practices for developing our client-facing processes. Our centers in India are now ISO 27001 certified. These certifications and practices provide a qualified foundation for all UST service offerings and enable our clients to benefit internally. Historyhttp://www.ust-global.com/aboutmenon.aspx Product & Serviceshttp://www.ust-global.com/services.aspx

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