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Sourcing/ Procurement Specialist

Job description

  • Conducive Training Provided
  • Fast Career Progression
  • Attractive Remuneration Package

A leading manufacturing multinational corporation. With a 3 billion USD worldwide market, it is looking to expand its Malaysia shared services center and hire Regional Procurement/ Sourcing Specialist talents. There are junior up to senior positions available across accounting divisions.


Responsibilities

  1. Sourcing:
    • Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate sourcing options, and develop strategic sourcing plans that align with organizational goals.

  2. Supplier Negotiations:

    • Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and contractual agreements.
    • Identify opportunities for cost savings and value-added initiatives through supplier negotiations.

  3. Purchase Request (PR) and Purchase Order (PO) Management:

    • Effectively manage the issuance of PRs and POs to suppliers, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
    • Maintain a systematic record of all PRs and POs for future reference and auditing purposes.
    • Facilitate communication with internal stakeholders to align PRs with organizational needs.

  4. Obsolete Purchase Order Maintenance:

    • Regularly review and update old or obsolete purchase orders to maintain accuracy and compliance with changing business requirements.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for streamlining or eliminating unnecessary POs.

  5. Contract Review and Alignment:

    • Thoroughly review supplier contracts to ensure alignment with purchase orders and organizational standards.
    • Identify any discrepancies or areas for improvement in existing contracts and proactively address them.

  6. Conversion of PRs to POs:

    • Accurately convert purchase requests into purchase orders, adhering to established processes and guidelines.
    • Validate that all PRs are compliant with relevant policies and procedures prior to conversion.

Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
  • Proven experience in procurement or purchasing roles, with a strong understanding of international procurement best practices, at least 2 - 3 years in related roles.
  • Familiarity with procurement software and tools for efficient PR/PO management (SAP - MM, Ariba/Catelog System).
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain positive supplier relationships.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • A commitment to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards in procurement.

How To Apply

To apply, please click "APPLY NOW" or email Jay Yin at Jay.Yin@ambition.com.my. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)

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