- Execute end-to-end purchasing activities, including sourcing, request for quotation (RFQ), supplier negotiation, purchase order issuance, shipment arrangement, and delivery follow-up.
- Review Material Requirements Planning (MRP) outputs and procure materials, components, and equipment to support production and business requirements.
- Monitor supplier performance and expedite material deliveries to ensure timely fulfilment of production schedules, quality standards, and inventory objectives.
- Collaborate closely with Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, and other internal stakeholders to ensure material availability and achieve operational and customer service targets.
- Manage inventory levels and execute stocking policies established by management to support operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with logistics service providers on shipment arrangements, shipment tracking, and customs declarations.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation, including vendor setup, purchasing database maintenance, and submission of purchasing documents to Finance.
- Manage Return Material Authorisation (RMA) and non-conforming material (NCM/NCT) activities with suppliers.
- Support cost reduction, process improvement, and procurement efficiency initiatives.
- Analyse Bills of Materials (BOM) to support purchasing, planning, and inventory management activities.
- Prepare and maintain timely and accurate weekly and monthly reports.
- Prioritise workload based on business and operational requirements and perform other duties as assigned.
Job requirements:
- Experience in EMS, electronics, electrical, or contract manufacturing industries preferred
- Must have end-to-end procurement and supplier management experience
- Contract manufacturing exposure and import/export/logistics knowledge preferred
- Knowledge MRP/ SAP experience preferred
- Strong Excel skills required (Intermediate level); data analysis experience is an added advantage
- Experience liaising with China suppliers/stakeholders is an added advantage
Working Schedule: Thursday till Monday: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Working Arrangement:
* Office-based: Monday, Thursday and Friday
* Work From Home (WFH): Saturday and Sunday
Occasional office attendance may be required on weekends or other days based on operational requirements.
Successful candidates are required to undergo a 3-month training programme from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the office before transit to permanent shift schedule