Technical Buyer

Oglaend Industries; Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Selangor, Malaysia, is seeking a Technical Buyer to manage sourcing and purchasing of complex materials required for steel manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will work closely with procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure compliance with technical specifications and quality standards. Key responsibilities include supplier evaluation, cost management, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to address supplier and technical issues proactively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical procurement for manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of engineering specifications and compliance standards.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Own sourcing and purchasing of technically complex materials.
• Interface between multiple departments for technical procurement.
• Evaluate suppliers and manage RFQs and negotiations.
• Drive cost reduction and manage procurement risks.
• Ensure quality and compliance of procured materials.
• Support production schedules by aligning procurement activities.

Job description

The Technical Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing technically complex materials, components, and services required for steel manufacturing operations. This role bridges procurement and engineering to ensure materials comply with technical specifications, quality standards, delivery requirements, and cost targets.

MAJOR ROLES

1. Technical Procurement Ownership Act as the owner for sourcing and purchasing technically complex materials and services, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings, material specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
2. Engineering & Cross-Functional Interface Serve as the primary interface between Procurement, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Suppliers for all technical procurement matters, including clarifications, issue resolution, and change management.
3. Supplier Technical & Commercial Management Evaluate supplier technical capability and commercial competitiveness, manage RFQs, conduct negotiations, and support supplier selection and approval processes.
4. Cost, Value & Risk Management Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives while maintaining technical integrity. Identify procurement risks related to supply continuity, material availability, and supplier capability, and implement mitigation measures.
5. Quality & Compliance Assurance Ensure all procured materials meet quality, inspection, and certification requirements. Support audits, inspections, and compliance with internal procedures, customer specifications, and applicable standards.
6. Project & Delivery Support Support production and project schedules by aligning procurement activities with manufacturing and project milestones. Monitor supplier performance and proactively address delivery or technical issues.