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Purchasing Specialist (6 Months Contract)
Job summary
A leading manufacturing company in Johor, Malaysia is seeking a Purchasing Specialist for a 6-month contract. You will support manufacturing operations by managing procurement activities, maintaining inventory, and collaborating with suppliers. The ideal candidate has a background in supply chain management and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are a must.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, preferably within a fast-paced multinational manufacturing environment.
- Sound knowledge of the full order fulfillment cycle and inventory management principles.
Responsibilities
- Manage procurement activities to ensure timely acquisition of materials and services.
- Collaborate with suppliers to minimize production disruptions.
- Release purchase orders and ensure orders are executed on time.
Skills
Education
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The Purchasing Specialist will support manufacturing operations in Malaysia by managing procurement activities to ensure the timely acquisition of materials and services. This role focuses on maintaining optimal inventory levels, expediting material deliveries, and collaborating with suppliers to minimize production disruptions.
- Release purchase orders based on system-generated requisitions and ensure all orders are executed on time to meet production schedules.
- Expedite material delivery by managing supplier relationships and ensuring minimal impact from material shortages on production.
- Manage and control optimum inventory levels in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment.
- Perform master Data Maintenance for all parameters in the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system for purchased parts.
- Provide analysis using key performance indicators (KPIs) to assist in global inventory management and align with business needs.
- Manage purchasing contracts and ensure timely renewal of contracts to avoid disruptions in supply.
- Support the management of New Product Introductions (NPI) by coordinating procurement activities related to new products.
- Assit in managing End of Product (EOP) processes to ensure smooth transitions and minimize excess inventory.
- Handle engineering changes by coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to implement necessary adjustments smoothly.
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies in alignment with corporate goals.
- Manage the entire procurement process from sourcing to order placement and delivery.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with relevant laws, standards, and regulations.
- Prepare accurate reports and present purchasing metrics to senior management.
- Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
- Conduct cost analysis to ensure value for money.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in procurement processes.
- Review and manage supplier contracts to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
- Resolve any issues or discrepancies related to the procurement process.
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field; candidates with diplomas and significant relevant experience will also be considered.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, preferably within a fast-paced multinational manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in business analysis and experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP.
- Sound knowledge of the full order fulfillment cycle and inventory management principles.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
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